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Houston Texans owner Bob McNair couldn’t be any happier with third-year Pro Bowl linebacker DeMeco Ryans. In an interview with HoustonTexans.com today Mr. McNair said:
“He’s everything that you would want. He was an academic All-American at Alabama for two years. He has a smile on his face all the time; he’s a great teammate. He works hard; he has great ability. He never criticizes one of his other teammates. He will give them a pat on the back, and he’s just a terrific leader. For people to see a young fellow come in and in …read more

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The Houston Texans signed free agent linebacker Roosevelt Colvin yesterday. Rosie had 52.5 sacks in nine years with the Patriots and the Bears. He started 10 of 11 games for the Pats last season before unfortunately missing the last five regular season games and the playoffs with a foot injury. The Texans are talking about playing him at linebacker and defensive end, but either way you can bet he’ll be rushing the QB, something he loves to do:
“My passion is rushing the passer. It’s something I feel like I do well. …read more

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The New England Patriots and San Diego Chargers lead the AFC’s 2008 Pro Bowl squad with a conference-high eight players each. New England’s eight All-Stars equals a franchise high set by the 1985 Pats. The AFC roster includes 18 first-time All-Stars, including Cincinnati WR T.J. Houshmanzadeh, who leads the NFL with 101 receptions.