Photos: A Special Draft Experience

Founded by a single mom and her teenage son, Fresh Tails Houston is more than a mobile dog grooming service—they are a community movement. From their unique van "Big Keith" to their commitment to flexible hours and community outreach, they bring kindness, expertise, and a love for pets to every neighborhood we serve.

LB Azeez Al-Shaair has been named the team's Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Club Winner. Check out the best photos of Al-Shaair when he was surprised with the news.

The Houston Texans were joined by players around the league to raise awareness about a cause close to their hearts by wearing it on their feet.

Owners James and Karen Fain have been carefully crafting their Tennessee style barbecue for over a decade. With an opportunity to expand their unique cooking style, the couple opened a Tennessee style barbecue restaurant in Sawyer Yards, located at the heart of Houston's historic First Ward and thriving art communities. Like the handcrafting artisans in Gatlinburg, James and Karen have taken their passion for barbecue beyond the pit to include elements of smoke in vegetarian and vegan dishes so that Fainmous BBQ can offer its exclusive flavor to a broader customer base where everyone is treated like family!

In honor of the NFL's Salute to Service initiative, the Houston Texans and American National Insurance hosted Service Members and First Responders at NRG Stadium for a flag football tournament and skills challenge. Texans Rookies and Defensive Tackle Mario Edwards Jr., joined by Texans Legends Chris Clark, Glover Quinn, Jim Herndon, and Travis Johnson, served as coaches for the day. Participants faced off in round-robin games and friendly competitions including a long toss, field goal challenge, and tug-of-war. In the end, Houston's First Responders claimed the inaugural Salute to Service Showdown Trophy as the event's first-ever champions!

Glorious Kreations was founded on imagination and passion for creating beautiful things. They craft and design everything from beautiful home arrangements to full scale weddings.

Dan's Seafood & Wings is the ultimate destination in Northeast Houston for a family dining experience filled with seasonal specials that will make your meal truly exceptional. They proudly serve the families and communities of North Shore, Cloverleaf, Channelview, Sheldon, Jacinto City, East Houston, Denver Harbor and Galena Park.

The Houston Texans and Coca-Cola are proud to announce the 2025 BOLD Award recipients. The program was established to honor Black Outstanding Leaders and Doers in Houston! The 2025 winners were surprised for their significant impact in the community. The Texans and Coca-Cola awarded these deserving leaders with $5,000 each to the non-profit of their choice.

We had a blast at the 2025 Youth Football Camp Presented by Chevron, with special guest appearances from Houston Texans Legends, TORO, and Houston Texans Cheerleaders! We can't wait to see you again next year!

On May 8th, the Houston Texans and Coca-Cola with Kroger surprised 10 special mothers from Family Houston with gifts and a pampering experience in lead up of Mother's Day weekend. Family Houston is a 2024 Inspire Change recipient. On behalf of Coca-Cola, each mother received an $1000 gift card to Kroger, a $750 Visa gift card and experiential gifting including: mini-facials, hand massages, bouquet creation, and a patch station!

The Houston Texans, ConocoPhillips, Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages and Ashley awarded $455,000 through the Inspire Change Grant Fund to 12 local nonprofits and educational programs working to make a difference in the Houston community. Grant recipients were celebrated at a reception at NRG Stadium with Texans Chair and CEO Cal McNair, Vice President of the Texans Foundation Hannah McNair, Texans players, Legends, Cheerleaders and TORO.

The Houston Texans hosted over 200 athletes in their Girls Flag League program for a flag football clinic held at the Houston Methodist Training Center. The athletes developed their skills through a series of drills coached by professional women's football team, the Houston Energy, and were visited by special guests Adrienne Smith and Texans Legends, Cecil Shorts III and Earl Mitchell