Houston Texans defensive back Jimmie Ward was arrested early Thursday in Montgomery County after allegedly assaulting and strangling his fiancée during a domestic dispute. The veteran NFL safety faces a serious felony charge.
The Houston Texans have officially signed four-time Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb, a move that significantly strengthens their offensive backfield. Chubb, who spent seven seasons with the Cleveland Browns, will now join forces with Joe Mixon, creating a formidable rushing attack for the AFC South champions.
The Astros’ injury-plagued rotation took another major hit as manager Joe Espada confirmed starter Ronel Blanco will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery. Blanco becomes the fourth Astros pitcher this year to require the procedure, leaving Houston scrambling to fill rotation spots amid a growing list of sidelined arms.
Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. says he and his family have been targeted with death threats following his difficult return to the mound against Cincinnati. The team and MLB are now involved in the investigation.
Severe weather in Houston has canceled the Cougars’ final midweek game against Texas A&M. The game will not be rescheduled, and ticket holders will be contacted with the next steps.