Texans’ Tank, Hunter: Impactful Players

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Tank Dells Makes Impressive Return

HOUSTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 05: Tank Dell #3 of the Houston Texans celebrates after the Texans defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 39-37, at NRG Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Texans receiver Tank Dell impressed with a tackle-breaking 34-yard touchdown reception in his first preseason action.

Danielle Hunter Makes Impact

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – DECEMBER 17: Danielle Hunter #99 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on prior to a game against the Indianapolis Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter showed his impact with a quarterback sack and one tackle in the win over Pittsburgh.

Jordan Chiles’ Bronze Medal Still Up in the Air

PARIS, FRANCE – AUGUST 05: Jordan Chiles of Team United States is seen prior to competing in the Artistic Gymnastics Women’s Floor Exercise Final on day ten of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on August 05, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

USA Gymnastics is fighting for Jordan Chiles, who could retain the bronze medal she won at the Paris Olympics after evidence suggests her coaches sent the inquiry in time. Romanian Ana Barbosu was initially awarded the bronze, but Chiles’ coaches appealed, resulting in her getting the medal. A new video may support that the inquiry was timely submitted.

PV QB Race Still Too Close to Call


The battle for Prairie View’s starting quarterback remains intense, with Cameron Peters, Jaden Johnson, and Lucas Coley vying for the position. Coach Bubba McDowell acknowledges the tough decision ahead, with a starting QB expected to be named soon.

Astros Turn to Yordan Alvarez for Defensive Help

HOUSTON, TEXAS – JULY 30: Yordan Alvarez #44 of the Houston Astros looks on from the dugout after scoring in the sixth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Minute Maid Park on July 30, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images)

Slugger Yordan Alvarez is stepping up as the Astros’ everyday left fielder to provide defensive support. With an increase in starts in left field this season, Alvarez continues to be a vital part of the Astros’ outfield lineup.

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I’ve been with The Defender since August 2019. I’m a long-time sportswriter who has covered everything from college sports to the Texans and Rockets during my 16 years of living in the Houston market…. More by Terrance Harris

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