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Why Texans players love smelling salts despite NFL ban on team providing them
The substance has become especially popular over the years among NFL players, who say the effects give them a brief jolt of energy and make them hyper-focused during games.
- Nico Collins update: Collins, who remains out, must complete two symptom-free practices to be cleared from the concussion protocol. Read More
- C.J. Stroud's turnover lesson: The third-year quarterback promised extra attention to the snaps from center this week after fumbling issues in the Texans' wild-card win over the Steelers. Read More
- A Stefon Diggs reunion: In one season with Texans, Diggs saw how good Houston's secondary could be and gave young players tips on how to improve. Read More
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