Houston Texans News: September 9, 2014

Houston Texans News

Texans’ stadium grass linked to Clowney’s mensiscus tear - Ultimate Texans
The Texans’ past issues with their stadium grass returned to the surface Monday, a day after No. 1 pick Jadeveon Clowney tore his meniscus during a Week 1 victory over the Washington Redskins.

Washington Redskins mistakes against Texans have a sadly familiar look - The Washington Post
The Redskins make numerous mistakes against the Texans that prove costly. How familiar.

Optimism, barbecue fill the air as Texans' fans tailgate - Houston Chronicle
Eric Cameron has been waiting for the Texans' Opening Day since last year's ugly season ended.

Quotes: Bill O'Brien on Monday
Read quotes from Bill O'Brien's session with the media on Monday.

Jadeveon Clowney to miss 4-6 weeks
Head coach Bill O'Brien provided a Monday injury update on linebacker Jadeveon Clowney.

Around the League

Lions, Cardinals win on Monday night to wrap up Week 1 - SBNation.com
Calvin Johnson and the Lions opened the season with an impressive win against the Giants. San Diego led late in Arizona, but the Cardinals rallied in the fourth quarter to open the season with a victory.

Colts OLB Robert Mathis Tears Achilles, Done for the Year - Stampede Blue
Colts outside linebacker Robert Mathis tore his Achilles while working away from the team and is done for the year.

What happened Sunday in the NFL, Week 1: Scores, highlights and more - SBNation.com
J.J. Watt and Matt Ryan were excellent on Sunday. Not so much for Tony Romo and Joe Flacco. That and more from an eventful opening Sunday of the NFL season.

Houston & Collegiate Sports

Mariners 4, Astros 1: Peacock Matches Hernandez, M's Bullpen Outlasts Astros Bullpen - The Crawfish Boxes
Both teams had their chances to score, but the Mariners broke through against the Astros bullpen late to take the win in the first game of the series.

Daily Round Up: Monday Football Hangover - Burnt Orange Nation
Disclaimer: Before you proceed, just remember that none of the links are vetted and you may be reading something written by a 13-year-old, a so-called sports journalist or Clay Travis (is there...

Texas Tech Throwback Uniforms Announced for Arkansas Game - Viva The Matadors
Texas Tech announces their throwback uniforms for the Arkansas game.

Around the Big 12: Week 2 - Frogs O' War
There was more moving and shaking in the staff pick standings, as a few people went undefeated while one of us made horrible decisions.

Baylor Football Cinematic Highlights vs. Northwestern State 2014 - Our Daily Bears
Awwwww, yisssss...

By the Numbers: Lamar - Good Bull Hunting
A look at some of the numericals from Texas A&M-Lamar

Let's Ride (it out) - Barking Carnival
Hammering some things into a door with my head.