The Texans are the NFL's youngest franchise, established in 1999 and beginning play in 2002.¹⁾

They won their first regular-season game against the Dallas Cowboys, 19-10, on September 8, 2002.²⁾

Quarterback David Carr was the Texans' first-ever draft pick in 2002.³⁾

The team plays at NRG Stadium, which has a seating capacity of 69,500, expandable to 72,000 for special events.⁴⁾

The Texans boast the NFL's largest weight room, spanning 10,000 square feet.⁵⁾

Their locker room stretches 50 yards, making it the longest in the NFL.⁶⁾

The Texans clinched their first playoff berth in 2011 after winning the AFC South division.⁷⁾