Deepi Sidhu caught up with linebacker Whitney Mercilus in the RTIC Studio for this week's Deep Slant.

Whitney Mercilus and Jadeveon Clowney helped lead a strong Houston Texans defensive performance despite the Texans loss to the New England Patriots.

Watch highlights from Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus from Wild Card Weekend versus the Oakland Raiders

Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus takes down Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook for loss of 10 yards.

Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers loses the snap and Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus recovers it.

Jacksonville Jaguars QB Bloke Bortles throw away attempt picked off by Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus

Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus sacks Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck on 4th down.

LB Whitney Mercilus spoke with the media following practice on Wednesday.

Happy Birthday Whitney Mercilus!

Drew Dougherty asked a couple of the Houston Texans players "What's something people don't know about Head coach Bill O'Brien?" Take a look to see what they had to say.

Texans LB Whitney Mercilus took a trip to Mexico City, check out this video recapping all the events that took place.

Mike Mayock breaks down the play of Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus so far this season.

Texans first rounder Whitney Mercilus was mic'd up upon his arrival in Houston. Learn a little more about the outside linebacker, and what he thinks of his new team.

Jadeveon Clowney will not be practicing during OTAs, according to head coach Bill O'Brien.

After the first week of OTAs, Whitney Mercilus did not hesitate when asked how he felt in his return to the football field.

Drew Dougherty answered fan questions about a variety of topics.

The Texans had some notable quotes after Tuesday's OTA practice.

Drew Dougherty answered questions from fans about defensive expectations, the schedule and more.

Rookie outside linebacker Peter Kalambayi says Jadeveon Clowney has the best highlight tape he has ever seen.

Outside linebacker Duke Ejiofor grew up a Texans fan and is excited to return home to Houston.

On Wednesday night, the wide receiver stepped up to the charity stripe once again and knocked it down.

Los Texans cierre su draft con cinco jugadores.

The first round of the 2018 NFL Draft is in the books and with it came a few surprises. Here are five quick takeaways from the evening.

Whitney Mercilus did not attend the 2012 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall and is happy he stayed home.

The players are excited Romeo Crennel is back as the defensive coordinator.

Catch up with what you may have missed as Texans players met the media after returning to NRG Stadium for the start of offseason workouts.

Whitney Mercilus says he has been cleared to return to football.

DeShaun Watson, JJ Watt y Whitney Mercilus continuan el trabajo en su regreso a la cancha y todo parece indicar que estarán listos para el arranque de la temporada regular.

We came up with eight really, really good reasons to get excited about the Texans 2018 preseason.

Drew Dougherty answered a slew of fan questions concerning David Quessenberry, J.J. Watt, Zach Cunningham and more.

Deshaun Watson participated in the Houston Rockets' 'First Shot' for charity before Tuesday's game against the Wizards.

Spring means free agency, trips and...snowstorms?

Drew Dougherty answered fan questions about Tyrann Mathieu, training camp, free agency and more.

DC Romeo Crennel was a big factor in Tyrann Mathieu's decision to join the Texans.

Friday night wrapped up a week of pursuing and signing the first wave of a free agent class that will help the Texans where they need it most; up front on offense and in back on defense.

New CB Aaron Colvin is excited about the future of the Texans and their defense.

With the start of March upon us, who would make up the most dangerous Texans starting five for March Madness?

It’s March and that means brackets! So, we came up with some Texans related Final Four brackets.