We've got some top storylines from the past day for H-Town's faithful.
OT Aireontae Ersery Gets Early Reps at Both Tackle Spots
Training Camp Day 2 delivered quite a few o-line combos, including rookie OT Aireontae Ersery sliding in for some first-team left tackle snaps. Meanwhile, second-year RT Blake Fisher grabbed first-team right tackle duties, creating a new look for the evolving offensive line.
Ersery was the Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year in 2024. At 6-foot-6, 331 pounds, Ersery allowed just one sack in 398 pass blocking snaps during his final college season.
Born x Raised Collaboration Drops: High-Fashion Meets H-Town Culture
The Houston Texans partnered with iconic streetwear brand Born x Raised to release a limited-edition capsule collection celebrating the team's return to the field. Houston legend Bun B was the first to sport the collection, which became available at the Texans Team Shop at NRG Stadium starting Saturday, July 26.
This marks a significant cultural moment where high-end streetwear meets Houston football culture.
QB C.J. Stroud Shows "Full Force" Command in Day 2 Practice
Training camp reports highlighted QB C.J. Stroud being "back in full force" during Day 2 of practice, showcasing his expanded leadership role under OC Nick Caley's system. Observers noted Stroud's enhanced command at the line of scrimmage and improved communication with the offensive line.
This comes after Day 1's "really clean operation" that impressed Head Coach DeMeco Ryans, suggesting Stroud's offseason preparation is paying immediate dividends.
Complete 2025 Draft Class Officially Signed and Ready
With OT Aireontae Ersery's deal finalized, the Houston Texans have now officially signed their entire 2025 draft class. The nine-player group includes standouts like WR Jayden Higgins, WR Jaylin Noel, CB Jaylin Smith, and QB Graham Mertz.
This marks one of the earliest complete draft class signings in recent NFL history, allowing rookies to focus entirely on football development.
Youth Football Teams Win NFL FLAG Championships: Future Stars Rising
The Texans' high school girls flag team won the title at the second annual NFL FLAG Championships in Canton, Ohio. The victory showcases the strong youth football development in the Houston area and demonstrates the positive impact of the Texans brand on young athletes.
The success at the national level reflects the organization's commitment to developing football at all levels throughout the Houston community.
Day 2 Practice Photos Reveal Intense Competition and Energy
Official training camp photos from Day 2 show remarkable energy and competition across all position groups. Images capture players arriving with purpose, engaging in spirited drills, and demonstrating the "clean operation" that coaches have praised.
The visual evidence supports reports of a team that's locked in and ready to build on recent success.
Wide Receiver Room Pushing Each Other
Training camp observations reveal the wide receiver room's incredible depth, with WR Nico Collins established as a top-of-the-league wideout, WR Christian Kirk showing veteran leadership, and rookies WR Jayden Higgins and WR Jaylin Noel making immediate impacts during early practices.
The position group appears to be pushing each other every day.
Training Camp Schedule Maximizes Fan Engagement
The Texans are heading to Greenbrier for a portion of Training Camp this season. Fans will still have a lot of access to camp, starting with Saturday's ticketed open practice beginning at 9 a.m.
