Chris Schad

Chris Schad

Joined: Feb 3, 2025

Chris is an associate editor for the FanSided Regional Network. He grew up in Minnesota, where he promptly hit the "failed-middle-school-athlete-to-writer" pipeline. Chris graduated from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and has written for numerous sites since 2011, including Bleacher Report, Yahoo! and Bring Me The News. A pro wrestling enthusiast when he's not watching sports, Chris is also the co-host of The Viking Age podcast.

Houston Texans offensive tackle Tytus Howard (71) walks off the field before the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at NRG Stadium.

OTAs Revealed Ugly Truth About the Texans’ Biggest Weakness

Jun 10, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans speaks during a press conference after an NFL football minicamp at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

New Texans Signing is Already a Disappointment for Houston

Nov 5, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans offensive tackle Tytus Howard (71) walks off the field after the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Texans Starter Embraces New Position After Minicamp

Sep 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans tight end Cade Stover (87) during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Texans 2024 Letdown Has Coaching Staff's Attention at Minicamp

Oct 1, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans on the sideline during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

New Texans Addition Gets Outshined by Rookie to Begin Minicamp

Jul 29, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans during training camp at Houston Methodist Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Texans Rookie WR Turns Into Highlight Machine on 1st Day of Minicamp

Sep 15, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans walks the sidelines while coaching against the Chicago Bears in the third quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Texans' Interest in All-Pro All But Guarantees Vet's Release

Jun 14, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Chris Conley (18) practices drills at minicamp at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Former Texans Playmaker Makes First Comments After Surprise Retirement

ct 26, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Houston Texans executive vice president and general manager Nick Caserio looks on prior to the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the LSU Tigers at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images.

Texans Have No Chance to Keep New WR After Surprise Contract News

Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa State wideout Jayden Higgins (WO18) speaks at a press conference during the 2025 NFL Combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephanie Amador Blondet-Imagn Images

Texans Cause Chaos in the NFL With Unprecedented Rookie Contract

Oct 1, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans on the sideline during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Texans Should Sign FA Lineman During OTAs Before It's Too Late

Oct 15, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans on the sideline during the third quarter against the New Orleans Saints at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Texans Cut 2 Veterans in Surprise Move Just Before OTAs

Feb 2, 2023; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans head coach Demeco Ryans reacts to a question from the media during his introductory press conference at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

Texans Already Ahead of Jaguars After OTA Disaster on Day 1

May 1, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud attends game six of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs between the Denver Nuggets and the LA Clippers at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Latest NFL QB Contract News Gives Texans Fans a Glimpse at C.J. Stroud's Future

Jun 14, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Phillip Dorsett (4) stretches at minicamp at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Former Texans WR Cut by Another Team Ahead of OTAs

Jan 13, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio before a 2024 AFC wild card game against the Cleveland Browns at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Former Texan a Threat to Sign With Patriots Before OTAs