Houston Texans distribute 1,000 meals before holiday events
The 3-5 team used its weekly day off to partner with Kroger and visit military bases in the Houston area.
By Arjun Weber ·
The Houston Texans handed out 1,000 Thanksgiving meals to local families on Tuesday. The team used its single day off from the NFL schedule to organize the distribution at Reliant Stadium.
The organization partnered with Kroger for the event, known as Turkey Time with the Texans. Players stationed at the drive-through pickup and drop-off locations included quarterback C.J. Stroud, wide receiver Nico Collins, and offensive lineman Henry To’oto’o. DeMeco Ryans was also present to greet attendees.
The team stands 3-5 after securing a road victory against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. The community outreach served as a prelude to the upcoming holiday season for the franchise.
Defensive end Will Anderson Jr. spent the latter part of the day at Joint Reserve Base Ellington. He visited the 147th Attack Wing to meet base personnel. Anderson took photos and signed autographs for the service members on site.
Anderson Jr. also appeared at the Bunker Hill location for the 2nd annual Academy Snow Day event in the evening. He met fans and signed autographs during the gathering.
“It was a pleasure coming here and giving back,” Anderson Jr. said. “I looked around and it warmed my heart. This is a special time of the year and being joyful and grateful it really is a blessing.”
