Matt Guzman

Matt Guzman

Matt Guzman is a 19-year-old sports journalist and storyteller from Austin, Texas. He is currently a sophomore at the University of Missouri pursuing a degree in journalism with a sports writing and reporting emphasis, along with a sports analytics certificate. He serves as a staff writer and reporter for the SI/FanNation network covering collegiate sports, pro football and pro basketball.

Coach DeMeco Ryans on Houston Texans Bye Week: 'We Spent It On Ourselves!'
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Coach DeMeco Ryans on Houston Texans Bye Week: 'We Spent It On Ourselves!'

A week of no Houston Texans football gave coach DeMeco Ryans and company a chance to relax, but also reflect and work on improving ahead of facing the Carolina Panthers Sunday.

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WATCH: Houston Texans Rookie C.J. Stroud is ESPN College GameDay Guest Picker
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WATCH: Houston Texans Rookie C.J. Stroud is ESPN College GameDay Guest Picker

During the Houston Texans' bye week, rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud made his return trip to Columbus make a guest appearance on College GameDay.

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'Rat Poison!' Houston Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans 'Not Caught Up' In Playoff Picture
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'Rat Poison!' Houston Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans 'Not Caught Up' In Playoff Picture

The Houston Texans might have a bye week this Sunday, but they aren’t taking any time off on improving. They also aren’t worried about league standings.

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'We're Just Dogs!' C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans Continue to Prove Worth in AFC
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'We're Just Dogs!' C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans Continue to Prove Worth in AFC

C.J. Stroud's record-setting streak of throws without an interception may no longer be intact after Houston's victory over New Orleans, but the rookie quarterback's confidence, poise and trust in his teammates is nowhere near broken.

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'Can’t Shoot Ourselves In The Foot!' C.J. Stroud and Jalen Pitre Reveal Houston Texans Week 6 Mindset
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'Can’t Shoot Ourselves In The Foot!' C.J. Stroud and Jalen Pitre Reveal Houston Texans Week 6 Mindset

After a last-second loss to the Atlanta Falcons disrupted the Houston Texans' two-game win streak, both C.J. Stroud and Jalen Pitre spoke on their mindset heading into Week 6, which largely focuses on learning and improving.

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LOOK: Houston Texans Celebrate C.J. Stroud's 22nd Birthday
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LOOK: Houston Texans Celebrate C.J. Stroud's 22nd Birthday

After a shaky start to his season, Houston Texans rookie C.J. Stroud has proven himself as a leader on and off the field — and at just 22 years old.

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'Game Ball To Everbody!' DeMeco Ryans, Young Houston Texans Continue to Impress
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'Game Ball To Everbody!' DeMeco Ryans, Young Houston Texans Continue to Impress

A second straight win for the Houston Texans was enough to put the professional football world on notice, but while Houston's found groove might come as a surprise to many, first-year coach DeMeco Ryans knew exactly what his team was capable of.

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'We've Got to Have Confidence!' Houston Texans Rookie C.J. Stroud 'Excited' for Steelers
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'We've Got to Have Confidence!' Houston Texans Rookie C.J. Stroud 'Excited' for Steelers

After an impressive performance last week against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud is now looking to have a repeat day at home against the Steelers.

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Texans' DeMeco Ryans Named Good Morning Football Coach of the Week
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Texans' DeMeco Ryans Named Good Morning Football Coach of the Week

A win on the road against the defending AFC South champions earned Houston Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans Good Morning Football's Coach of the Week award.

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How Texans Rookie Tank Dell's Jaguars Performance Furthers Potential
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How Texans Rookie Tank Dell's Jaguars Performance Furthers Potential

A second straight outing with a touchdown and third straight with increasing receiving stats has taken Houston Texans rookie Tank Dell from underrated to nationally known — and he isn't showing signs of slowing down.

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Houston Texans Sign DeAndre Houston-Carson to Roster as Derek Stingley Injured
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Houston Texans Sign DeAndre Houston-Carson to Roster as Derek Stingley Injured

After Texans second-year cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. was ruled out for six to eight weeks due to a hamstring injury, Houston needed to look for other options. That's where DeAndre Houston-Carson comes in.

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Rookie Will Anderson Jr. Giving DeMeco Ryans Credit For His Fast Start
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Rookie Will Anderson Jr. Giving DeMeco Ryans Credit For His Fast Start

Through two weeks of the regular season, Houston Texans rookie Will Anderson Jr. has proven himself capable of making a strong impact on the field, which he says is because of his coaching.

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