In a notable recognition of individual talent, three players from the Houston Texans have been named to the AP All-Pro Team for the 2025 season. As the regular season concludes and the playoffs approach, these accolades highlight the Texans” impressive performance, particularly on defense.
The selections, announced by the league, showcase the depth of talent on the Texans” roster. Derek Stingley and Will Anderson both received first-team All-Pro honors, underscoring their status as among the elite in their respective positions. Additionally, Danielle Hunter secured a spot on the second team, further emphasizing the Texans” defensive strength.
These accolades differ from the Pro Bowl selections, which are based solely on conference representation. The All-Pro selections are determined by votes from a panel of 50 media members, making them a more comprehensive measure of individual excellence across the league.
Despite the recognition, some players were notably omitted. Nico Collins, who was selected as a starter for the AFC in the Pro Bowl, did not make the list of the top six wide receivers for the All-Pro team. The decision to award the final spot on the second team to Chris Olave over Collins has sparked discussions among fans and analysts alike.
Collins” absence from the All-Pro list was unexpected, and many believe he will aim to prove the media panel wrong during the playoffs. Other players who were named Pro Bowl alternates, such as Kamari Lassiter, Calen Bullock, and Jalen Pitre, also did not make the cut for All-Pro recognition, with Pitre finishing third at the slot corner position.
For context, a first-team All-Pro vote is worth three points, while a second-team vote carries one point. The Texans demonstrated their overall talent with ten players receiving votes, which indicates a significant improvement in the team”s caliber.
However, the Texans did not receive any votes for the five offensive line positions, a detail that may not be surprising given the team”s struggles in that area. Many had hoped that Tytus Howard would garner some recognition despite his time spent rotating between right tackle and left guard throughout the season.
The Texans are gearing up for their playoff run, and with several players recognized for their outstanding performances, the team aims to make a strong statement as they pursue a Super Bowl appearance.
For more in-depth analysis and updates on the Texans, stay tuned as the playoffs unfold.
