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    5 burning questions that will determine whether the Texans' season is a success or a flop

    Craig Larson Jr.
    Aug 8, 2017 | 10:23 am
    Clowney Texans Falcons happy
    If Jadeveon Clowney puts it into overdrive, he'll wreck havoc on opposing quarterbacks and good things will happen for the Texans.
    Photo by Michelle Watson/CatchlightGroup

    Where were you on September 8th, 2002 when the expansion Houston Texans shocked the world and defeated the Dallas Cowboys 19-10? It's hard to believe the Texans franchise is entering it's 15th season. With a less than stellar mark of 106-134 during those previous 14 years, we take a moment to examine the burning issues and questions facing the Texans in advance of their pre-season opener vs. Carolina Wednesday night in Charlotte.

     

     1) Is Bill O' Brien on the hot seat?

     

    Yes, the Texans head coach is on it. After a trio of 9-7 seasons, will his fourth year at the helm allow the Texans to take a notable step forward?

     

    In Year 4, Pete Carroll won a Super Bowl with Seattle. There have been others: Mike Ditka in Chicago comes to mind and New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton brought Lombardi's prize to Bourbon Street in his fourth season. Of course, we know the legend in Foxboro. Bill Belichick had already won a pair of rings by his fourth year in New England, and in his fifth campaign would pull in yet another.

     

    O'Brien will need to advance out of the second round of the playoffs if he expects a new contract beyond next season. He has a championship caliber defense, but is that enough?

     

     2) How will the quarterback situation be handled?

     

    He might not want to admit it, but for yet another season O'Brien will have a rotating carousel at the quarterback position. Does anyone really believe that Tom Savage will last a 16-game season fully upright with his limited mobility in the pocket and suspect offensive line? Does anyone really believe that the public urging to "see what No. 4 can do ?" will subside and not intensify with each passing week to see Deshaun Watson in action? I guarantee you by a wide margin, there will be more Watson than Savage jerseys this year in the stands at NRG.

     

    The Texans made a bold move in jumping up spots on Draft Night to nab Watson. An even bolder move, would be to actually play him. That will inevitabily come, and how the coaching staff handles juggling Savage and Watson will in large measure dictate the season the Texans have in 2017.

     

     3) Can the Texans stay healthy?
     
    Will J.J. Watt revert back to All Star form? Can Duane Brown on the offensive side get back to a Pro Bowl caliber level? Defensive Back Kevin Johnson has pro bowl potential, but needs to remain on the field to realize greatness. It should also be pointed out that there are aging vets on this squad. Can Cushing and Jonathan Joseph endure another 16-game season ?

     

     4) Can the Texans beat New England?

     

    Their postseason ended at the hands of Tom Brady. Their two-game winning streak to start 2016 also ended at the hands of the Patriots in resounding fashion. The combined scores of those defeats last year were 61 to 16.

     

    As fate would have it, the Texans travel again to Foxboro in week 3. Can they control the clock, force a few turnovers, and surprise with a gadget play for a chance? A victory could very well catapult the Texans into something special this year.

     

     5) How important is the Clowney factor?

     

    How good can Jadeveon Clowney be? If you talk to his teammates and coaches around the league, the consensus is that Clowney has barely scratched the surface and that greatness is within reach. It's scary to think how good the Texans defense could be with a healthy Watt and Jadeveon at the helm. One NFL insider told me last week "don't be surprised if Clowney leads the NFL in sacks this season." That's lofty praise for a guy who amassed a total of six sacks last season, but something not to be taken lightly. Hall of Fame defensive end Richard Dent had three gears in which he played. When fully primed and powering off the line, he was unblockable. Clowney much like Dent has different gears. If he puts it into overdrive, he'll wreck havoc on opposing quarterbacks and good things will happen for the Texans.

     

    In closing, I'm predicting an 11-5 season for the Texans. They'll have the division sown up and the New Year's Eve finale vs. the Colts in Indianapolis will be non-eventful. The Texans will earn a bye, win their divisional round and inevitability face Tom Brady again in Foxboro in January. Enjoy the season everyone!

     

     Craig Larson Jr. is program director of SB Nation Radio Network.

     

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    16,000 amateur athletes coming to Houston for Junior Olympic Games

    Jef Rouner
    Jun 30, 2025 | 9:45 am
    A boy in a gi breaks a stack of boards in a sports arena
    Photo courtesy of Amateur Athletic Union (AAU)
    Taekwondo is just one of the events showcased at the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior Olympic Games

    The finest young athletes in the nation will be heading to Houston for 12 days of intense competition as the city hosts the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior Olympic Games for the fourth time.

    “We’re very excited to once again welcome the country’s best competitors and their families to Houston for the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic Games,” Harris County - Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) CEO Ryan Walsh said in a statement. “The AAU has a long history of producing some of the most renowned athletes in the country, and we look forward to seeing the next generation of talent compete in this year’s events. It’s an honor to bring the AAU Junior Olympic Games back to our city.”

    Competition will take place July 22 - August 2.

    Founded in 1888, the AAU is the largest nonprofit youth multi-sports organization in the United States, and its Junior Olympic Games is the largest multi-sport youth event, featuring 16,000 athletes in this year's games. Previously, it was the primary feeder program for the International Olympic Games, and to this day many Olympic luminaries are AAU alumni. These include Houston's own gymnast Simone Biles, Dallas track star Sha’Carri Richardson, swimmer Katie Ledecky, and beach volleyball player Sara Hughes.

    The schedule for the AAU Junior Olympics is as follows..

    • Swimming: Tuesday, July 22 - Sunday, July 27 at the Cy-Fair Natatorium
    • Indoor Sports: Wednesday, July 23 - Wednesday, July 30 at the George R. Brown Convention Center
      • Baton Twirling, Dance, Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Jump Rope, Karate, Taekwondo, Trampoline & Tumbling, Sports Stacking and Wrestling
    • Flag Football: Thursday, July 24 - Sunday, July 27 at Rice Stadium
    • Track & Field/Multi-Events: Saturday, July 26 - Saturday, August 2 at Turner Stadium
    • Field Hockey: Monday, July 28 - Thursday, July 31 at Episcopal High School
    One notable aspect of Houston hosting is that the city is on track to be the second-most used home for the games. With Houston slated to also host in 2027 and 2031, the Bayou City will trail only Des Moines, IA.

    “We are so excited to bring our premier event back to Houston,” AAU President Jo Mirza said. “The AAU Junior Olympic Games bring together athletes from all corners of the country and all walks of life to showcase their skills on a national stage. Harris County Houston Sports Authority has been an invaluable partner in helping us create such a successful event for these athletes and attendees.”

    Tickets and more information can be found at HoustonSports.org.

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