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Posted 1/16/2021 7:33 pm UTC

Houston Texas QB Deshaun Watson remains unhappy with the direction of the franchise, and 'just wants out,' a source close to Watson told Sports Illustrated in an online article posted Saturday, Jan. 16.

Huddle Up: Watson is an elite fantasy QB with three straight top-five finishes who is just as good in real life despite a 29-27 record as a starter. He would command a king's ransom on the trade market, but would instantly improve any offense he would join and could even improve his already-elite fantasy stock as well.

Posted 1/13/2021 4:01 am UTC

Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson's 'displeasure with the way the organization has been run of late is indeed real, but it will not lead to his asking out,' according to 'someone familiar with his thinking' via Jerome Solomon of the Houston Chronicle.

Huddle Up: The Texans can start making nice with their quarterback by giving Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy a real shot to fill the team's head-coaching vacancy and re-signing impending free-agent Will Fuller. Solomon is also of the belief new general manager Nick Caserio will not allow meddlesome executive vice president of football operations Jack Easterby to have near as much say as he's had recently in the team's direction, which should help the organization get back on its quarterback's good side. For fantasy purposes, Watson should remain a surefire QB1 for the foreseeable future.

Posted 1/10/2021 5:32 pm UTC

Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson has a no-trade clause in his contract but may consider a trade to the Miami Dolphins if he decides to push the Texans to move him, according to a source.

Huddle Up: The Dolphins have Tua Tagovailoa as their starting quarterback, but Watson would be a big upgrade at the position. It is not known if Watson will be playing for the Texans or another team next season but will be a must-start option in all fantasy leagues.

Posted 1/08/2021 6:01 pm UTC

Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson received backing from new general manager Nick Caserio on Friday, Jan. 8. 'He's our quarterback,' Caserio said at his introductory news conference. 'I can't tell you how much respect and admiration have for him as a player.'

Huddle Up: Watson and Caserio will certainly be sitting down soon and discussing any issues Watson may have with the franchise, and it remains very unlikely the standout QB gets traded.

Posted 1/07/2021 6:47 pm UTC

Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson has pondered the possibility of requesting a trade, according to multiple sources.

Huddle Up: Although the Texans finished with the league's third-worst record at 4-12, Watson enjoyed a career year with a league-leading 4,823 passing yards and a personal-best 33 passing touchdowns to finish fourth among fantasy QBs with 435.6 total points. The Texans would need a massive return to trade Watson and are sure to be inundated with offers on just this report alone.

Brandin Cooks - WR

Posted 1/04/2021 1:25 am UTC

Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson completed 28-of-39 passes for 365 yards, three touchdowns and one interception in Week 17 against the Tennessee Titans while running for 12 yards. RB David Johnson ran for 84 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries, while adding three grabs for 36 yards. WR Brandin Cooks ended with 11 receptions, 166 yards and two touchdowns on 16 targets, and WR Keke Coutee finished with six catches and 90 yards.

Posted 1/03/2021 8:30 pm UTC

Houston Texans RB Duke Johnson (neck) has been declared inactive for the Week 17 game.

Huddle Up: David Johnson will continue to receive most of the work at running back and can be a No. 2 back in fantasy leagues.

Brandin Cooks - WR

Posted 1/03/2021 5:24 am UTC

Houston Texans WR Brandin Cooks said Friday, Jan. 1, that he wants to remain with the team in 2021 and continue to grow with QB Deshaun Watson.

Huddle Up: Cooks could be a potential cap casualty this offseason, but he will be a WR3 with upside if he remains in Houston. He has been particularly effective since the suspension of Will Fuller, and he enters Week 17 just 16 yards shy of 1,000 for the year.

Posted 1/01/2021 11:39 pm UTC

Houston Texans WR Keke Coutee (foot) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 1, and is not on the injury report for Week 17.

Huddle Up: Coutee should be one of the main options in the passing game for the Texans this week and can be at least a flex option in most fantasy leagues.

Posted 1/01/2021 11:28 pm UTC

Houston Texans RB Duke Johnson (neck) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 1, and is listed as questionable for Week 17.

Huddle Up: Johnson has missed the last few games but appears to have a chance to play in Week 17. He will only see a handful of touches if he is active for the game and can be avoided in fantasy leagues.

Posted 1/01/2021 12:02 am UTC

Houston Texans WR Keke Coutee (foot) was limited during practice Thursday, Dec. 31.

Huddle Up: Coutee should be available to play despite the injury, but fantasy players can check on his status in the next day or two. He has had a solid role in the passing game over the last few weeks and can be a flex option in some deeper leagues this week.

Posted 12/31/2020 11:57 pm UTC

Houston Texans RB Duke Johnson (neck) was limited during practice Thursday, Dec. 31.

Huddle Up: Johnson has a chance to return to the lineup after missing a few games because of the injury. He will see a handful of touches if he plays but can be avoided in fantasy leagues.

Posted 12/30/2020 11:08 pm UTC

Houston Texans WR Keke Coutee (foot) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 30. The Texans did not hold a practice Wednesday, so this is an estimation.

Huddle Up: Coutee has caught 10 of his 12 targets over the last two games and has recorded two touchdowns in the last three games. He should see a handful of targets this week and could be a flex option in some deeper leagues.

Posted 12/30/2020 11:00 pm UTC

Houston Texans RB Duke Johnson (neck) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 30. The Texans did not hold a practice Wednesday, so this is an estimation.

Huddle Up: Johnson has missed the last few games because of the injury but appears to have a chance to play in Week 17. He would see a handful of touches if he plays and can be avoided in fantasy leagues.

Posted 12/28/2020 2:34 pm UTC

Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson (hand) said he'll play in Week 17 despite a hand injury he suffered when his hand was caught underneath a facemask on the follow through of a throw.

Huddle Up: Watson and the Texans have nothing to play for in the season finale. So it wouldn't be a surprise if he were limited or didn't play at all. Watson is sixth in fantasy points at the position. Despite the 11-loss season, he has still produced.

Jordan Akins - TE

Posted 12/27/2020 11:43 pm UTC

Houston Texans TE Jordan Akins caught four passes for 39 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He was targeted four times during the game.

Huddle Up: Akins has been targeted 16 times over the last three games but has posted at least 50 yards in only one of those games. He will see a few targets next week but can be avoided in most leagues.

Posted 12/27/2020 11:40 pm UTC

Houston Texans WR Keke Coutee caught five passes for 54 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He was targeted five times during the game.

Huddle Up: Coutee has posted at least 50 yards in three of the last four games and has two touchdowns during that span. He should receive a handful of targets next week and can be a flex option in some leagues.

Brandin Cooks - WR

Posted 12/27/2020 11:28 pm UTC

Houston Texans WR Brandin Cooks caught seven passes for 141 yards and one touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He was targeted 10 times during the game.

Huddle Up: Cooks recorded his second 100-yard game of the season and found the end zone for the first time in six games. He should be the main option in the passing game next week and can be at least a No. 3 receiver in fantasy leagues.

David Johnson - RB

Posted 12/27/2020 11:25 pm UTC

Houston Texans RB David Johnson rushed for 128 yards and one touchdown on 12 carries against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He also caught three passes for 11 yards and one touchdown during the game.

Huddle Up: Johnson has posted over 100 total yards in each of the last two games and has three total touchdowns over the last three games. He should see plenty of touches next week and can be a No. 2 running back in all fantasy leagues.

Posted 12/25/2020 11:41 pm UTC

Houston Texans WR Keke Coutee (foot) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 25, and is not on the injury report for Week 16.

Huddle Up: Coutee has played well since receiving a bigger role in the offense and will have a favorable matchup this week. He can be considered a No. 3 receiver or flex option in fantasy leagues.

Posted 12/25/2020 11:36 pm UTC

Houston Texans RB Duke Johnson (neck) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 25, and has been ruled out for Week 16.

Huddle Up: David Johnson will receive most of the work at running back with Duke Johnson sidelined and will be involved in the running and passing game. He can be considered a No. 2 running back or flex option in fantasy leagues.

Posted 12/25/2020 12:11 am UTC

Houston Texans WR Keke Coutee (foot) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 24.

Huddle Up: Coutee is on track to play in the Week 16 game and should continue to be a top option in the passing game for the Texans. He can be considered a No. 3 receiver or flex option in fantasy leagues.

Posted 12/25/2020 12:10 am UTC

Houston Texans RB Duke Johnson (neck) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 24.

Huddle Up: It appears like Johnson will miss another game because of the injury. David Johnson should see most of the work at running back and can be a No. 2 running back or flex option in fantasy leagues.

Posted 12/23/2020 11:52 pm UTC

Houston Texans WR Keke Coutee (foot) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 23.

Huddle Up: Coutee has caught a touchdown in each of the last two games but has also lost a fumble in both games. He will continue to be one of the starting receivers for the Texans and can be a No. 3 receiver or flex option in fantasy leagues because of the matchup.

Posted 12/23/2020 11:49 pm UTC

Houston Texans RB Duke Johnson (neck) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 23.

Huddle Up: Johnson missed the last game and could sit again if he does not practice this week. He would only see a handful of touches if he does play and can be avoided in fantasy leagues.

Jordan Akins - TE

Posted 12/20/2020 9:35 pm UTC

Houston Texans TE Jordan Akins caught five passes for 50 yards against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 15. He was targets six times during the game.

Huddle Up: Akins has played well at times this season but has been held to 20 yards or less in four of the previous five games. He will have a favorable matchup next week and could be a low-end No. 1 tight end in some deeper leagues but is not a must-start option.