John Macon Gillespie

John Macon Gillespie

John Macon Gillespie is the publisher of FanNation's The Grove Report, covering Ole Miss athletics. He also serves as a beat writer for FanNation's NFL sites.

'Bat Out of Hell!' Texans LB Blake Cashman Earns 'Secret Superstar' Status in 2023
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'Bat Out of Hell!' Texans LB Blake Cashman Earns 'Secret Superstar' Status in 2023

Houston Texans linebacker Blake Cashman was recently tabbed as a "secret superstar" for the team at the end of the 2023 season.

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Texans' DeMeco Ryans Named PFWA Coach of the Year
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Texans' DeMeco Ryans Named PFWA Coach of the Year

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans was named the PFWA Coach of the Year on Thursday.

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'Be The Best!' Texans QB C.J. Stroud Not Satisfied With Rookie Success
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'Be The Best!' Texans QB C.J. Stroud Not Satisfied With Rookie Success

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud had a superb rookie campaign, but he is aiming for better heights in the years ahead.

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Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans Reveals Key Area of Improvement Entering 2024

Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans Reveals Key Area of Improvement Entering 2024

The Houston Texans have turned the page to the offseason, and they have a particular area to improve upon next fall.

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'Potent!' Houston Texans Draft 'Athletic' Defensive Lineman in Latest NFL Mock
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'Potent!' Houston Texans Draft 'Athletic' Defensive Lineman in Latest NFL Mock

The Houston Texans are projected to take a defensive lineman in Jer'Zhan Newton from the Illinois Fighting Illini.

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'Through Thick and Thin': C.J. Stroud Reveals What He Leans On After Playoff Loss
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'Through Thick and Thin': C.J. Stroud Reveals What He Leans On After Playoff Loss

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud is relying on his faith after Saturday's disappointing Divisional Round loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

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'Looking Forward to the Future!' Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans Shares Message Following Playoff Loss

'Looking Forward to the Future!' Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans Shares Message Following Playoff Loss

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans shared a message with his team following their blowout playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday.

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Despite Playoff Blowout, Future Remains Bright For Texans

Despite Playoff Blowout, Future Remains Bright For Texans

The Houston Texans were blown out on Saturday night to end their season, but the years ahead have the potential to be some of the best in franchise history.

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Texans Tie Ravens in Divisional Round on Steven Sims' Electric 67-Yard Punt Return

Texans Tie Ravens in Divisional Round on Steven Sims' Electric 67-Yard Punt Return

The Houston Texans finally found a spark late in the first half against the Baltimore Ravens.

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'Exceptional!' Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans Praises Growth of Lamar Jackson, Ravens Offense

'Exceptional!' Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans Praises Growth of Lamar Jackson, Ravens Offense

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans raved on the growth of the Baltimore Ravens offense this week.

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Multiple Texans Make ESPN Top 10 Rookies List

Multiple Texans Make ESPN Top 10 Rookies List

The Houston Texans had multiple stars make ESPN's Top 10 rookies list on Wednesday.

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Ravens Stars Mark Andrews, Zay Flowers Limited in Tuesday Practice

Ravens Stars Mark Andrews, Zay Flowers Limited in Tuesday Practice

The Baltimore Ravens had four players listed as "limited" in Tuesday's practice, including some big-name playmakers.

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