Where will Tony Romo land? That is the question that everybody keeps talking about, and the time for an answer is likely drawing closer. While the Cowboys technically don’t have any deadlines to make this decision, other teams will force their hand in all likelihood.
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AFC South offseason advice: Should Colts, Texans make big moves?
… Texans defensive end Jadevon Clowney (90) at Lucas Oil Stadium. With free agency starting on March 9, USA TODAY Sports is taking a look at all eight NFL divisions and what could be in store for teams this offseason, as well as the moves they should …
Report: Texans will give Savage ‘every opportunity’ to beat out Osweiler
The Houston Texans are likely stuck with Brock Osweiler for at least one more season because of his contract, but that does not mean they envision him being their starting quarterback next year. According to Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports, Texans coach Bill O’Brien plans to give former Pittsburgh quarterback Tom Savage “every opportunity” to win the starting job over Osweiler this offseason .
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In his first road postseason start, not much was expected of Brock Osweiler , but a lot was asked. Osweiler attempted 40 passes in Saturday’s Divisional Round loss to the Patriots , throwing one touchdown, three second-half interceptions and countless short-of-the-sticks third-down lasers.
Osweiler returns to lead Texans over Oakland 27-14
Brock Osweiler finally looked like the player Houston spent $72 million on, throwing for a touchdown and running for another to lead the Texans to a 27-14 wild-card playoff win over the Oakland Raiders on Saturday. Osweiler, benched on Dec. 18, got his job back this week with Tom Savage out with a concussion, and played his best game of the season to give the Texans their first playoff victory since the 2012 season.
Latest from NFL: Clowney helps Texans beat Raiders 27-14
Jadeveon Clowney’s juggling interception set the tone for a terrific defensive performance by the Houston Texans in a 27-14 victory over the Oakland Raiders and third-string quarterback Connor Cook in an AFC wild-card game Saturday. Clowney, the No.
Live playoff updates: Raiders vs. Texans, Saturday
Get live NFL playoff scoring updates, news and analysis Saturday at 1:35 p.m. when the Raiders face the Texans in Houston in an AFC Wild Card game. The good news for the Raiders is that they’re back in the playoffs for the first time in 14 years.
NFL: Wild-card round gets going as drive to Super Bowl begins
This is the fourth time the Texans have opened the playoffs as the early game on Saturday. And the Raiders have returned to the postseason after a lengthy absence, but are starting a rookie at quarterback.
NFL 2017 Wild Card preview: Saturday’s schedule, TV, live streaming
Rookie Connor Cook, the former Walsh Jesuit High School standout from Hinckley, Ohio, will become the first quarterback ever to make his first NFL start in a playoff game on Saturday, leading the Oakland Raiders against the Houston Texans in an AFC wild card game. On Sunday, the Miami Dolphins are at the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC, and the New York Giants visit the Green Bay Packers in the NFC.
Rookie Cook leads Raiders against Texans in wild card
Now they’re down to rookie third-string quarterback Connor Cook as they prepare for their first postseason game since the 2002 season with a wild-card matchup against the Houston Texans on Saturday. Cook was named the starter this week after Carr broke his leg on Dec. 24 and backup Matt McGloin injured his shoulder on Sunday.
Oakland rookie Cook gets first career start against Texans
Oakland is in playoffs for first time since 2002 season, when they went to Super Bowl. Raiders have won 12 games for first time since 2000.
Osweiler getting second chance
Coach Bill O’Brien announced the decision Tuesday with Tom Savage, who had started the past two games, still recovering from a concussion he suffered Sunday. Osweiler started the first 14 games this season before being benched Dec. 18 against Jacksonville after throwing interceptions on consecutive drives in the second quarter.
QB woes for teams in playoffs
The Raiders and Texans square off Saturday in a playoff game that might be called The Quarterback Bowl. As in, both these teams are on uncharted roads with their QBs, and neither heads into the week of practice knowing exactly who is going to be taking snaps.
Raiders QB Cook in line to make history if he starts playoff opener
If Cook starts Saturday’s Wild Card playoff game against the Houston Texans, he’d become the first quarterback to make his NFL starting debut in a playoff game. No pressure, kid.
The Latest: Browns cough up ball, big lead at Steelers
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown waves to fans from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown waves to fans from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017.
Texans now say Tom Savage has a concussion after all
Tom Savage started today’s game and played until going down hard on a quarterback sneak. At that point, the referee and medical spotter removed him from the game, and the Texans put Brock Osweiler in.
Texans, Titans insist they have lots to play for in finale
The AFC South title Tennessee hoped to be playing for Sunday now rests comfortably in Houston ‘s hands for a second straight season. Houston can finish its first season sweep of the AFC South and extend a divisional winning streak already tied for the NFL ‘s longest active string to 11 games.
Knee lands Tom Savage on injury report, but he practices fully
At one point in last Saturday night’s game against the Bengals, Texans quarterback Tom Savage was limping a bit and favoring his right knee. That didn’t stop him from finishing out the victory that made Houston this year’s AFC South champs or from getting the nod as the starter in Week 17 against the Titans and, presumably, the playoffs.
Texans QB Tom Savage added to injury report
Quarterback Tom Savage has been added to the Texans’ injury report with a knee injury but participated fully in practice on Wednesday. Quarterback Tom Savage has been added to the Texans’ injury report with a knee injury but participated fully in practice on Wednesday.
Houston Texans vs Cincinnati Bengals: Time, TV channel, live score, how to watch live stream online
The Texans have named backup Tom Savage as the starting quarterback and Brock Osweiler will remain on the bench. The Bengals lost to Pittsburgh in Week 15. Houston Texans coach Bill O’Brien named backup quarterback Tom Savage as the starter for the crucial game against Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday Night Football .
Texans look to Savage on Saturday against Bengals
In this Nov. 20, 2016 file photo, Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis works the sidelines in the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, in Cincinnati. The Bengals will play the Houston Texans on Saturday, Dec. 24. less FILE – In this Nov. 20, 2016 file photo, Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis works the sidelines in the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, in Cincinnati.
Scarlet Knights in the NFL – Week 15: Logan Ryan has turning point INT return
Next up was a Saturday night game as Leonte Carroo returned home to the garden state to take on his uninspired division rival Jets. The Jets played about as well as their previous primetime appearance and were smoked at home.
Texans reportedly expected to stick with Savage, keep Osweiler on the bench
… be enough to help the 26-year-old win the permanently as the Texans look to next season. John Breech has been at CBS Sports since July 2011 and currently spends most of his time writing about the NFL. He’s believed to be one of only three people in …
Jaguars fire Bradley after 4th-quarter collapse at Texans
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley, right, reacts during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. The Jaguars lost and Bradley was fired after the game.
Jaguars fire Bradley after 4th-quarter collapse at Texans
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley, right, reacts during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. The Jaguars lost and Bradley was fired after the game.
Osweiler benched, Bradley fired, Texans beat Jags 21-20
Houston Texans quarterback Brock Osweiler stands on the sideline after being benched during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles is sacked by Houston Texans defensive end Jadeveon Clowney during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston.
Osweiler benched, Bradley fired, Texans beat Jags 21-20
Houston Texans quarterback Brock Osweiler stands on the sideline after being benched during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles is sacked by Houston Texans defensive end Jadeveon Clowney during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston.