Most Career Passing Yards by a Houston Texans Player

The Texans may be one of the NFL’s youngest franchises, but their quarterback history already includes elite seasons, first-round flops, and rising stars. Matt Schaub still leads the pack, but names like Deshaun Watson and rookie phenom C.J. Stroud have brought fireworks. From expansion beginnings to a bright future, Houston’s top 10 passing list tells the whole story.

TOP 10 LIST

10. Ryan Fitzpatrick – 2,483 Yards
“Fitzmagic” made a brief stop in Houston in 2014, flashing his usual mix of brilliance and chaos. He threw for six touchdowns in a single game that year — a franchise record.

9. Case Keenum – 2,486 Yards
An undrafted hometown hero out of Houston, Keenum got his shot during a rough stretch and showed flashes of potential. His NFL journey began in a Texans uniform.

8. Brian Hoyer – 2,606 Yards
Hoyer started nine games in 2015 and helped lead Houston to the playoffs, but his tenure is most remembered for a brutal postseason outing. Still, he put up decent regular-season numbers.

7. Brock Osweiler – 2,957 Yards
Osweiler was brought in on a massive contract in 2016 — and quickly became one of the most polarizing signings in Texans history. The yardage was serviceable, but the fit never was.

6. Sage Rosenfels – 3,380 Yards
The ultimate backup-turned-hero, Rosenfels had a few wild starts in Houston that kept the offense afloat. Fans remember his grit — and a few chaotic endings.

5. Davis Mills – 6,167 Yards
Thrown into the fire as a third-round rookie, Mills started 26 games for rebuilding Texans squads and quietly put up solid numbers under tough circumstances.

4. C.J. Stroud – 7,835 Yards
Already climbing the charts, Stroud’s rookie campaign turned heads around the league. With elite accuracy and poise beyond his years, he might be the future of the franchise.

3. David Carr – 13,391 Yards
The team’s first-ever draft pick, Carr endured more sacks than any QB in NFL history his first few seasons. He showed toughness and leadership in the face of adversity — and still ranks third all-time.

2. Deshaun Watson – 14,539 Yards
Before his off-field controversies, Watson was one of the league’s most electric quarterbacks. He led the NFL in passing yards in 2020 and made multiple Pro Bowls during his Texans stint.

1. Matt Schaub – 23,221 Yards
Schaub may not have had the flair of some, but he delivered the most stable run in franchise history. With multiple 4,000-yard seasons and playoff wins, he remains the Texans’ all-time passing leader.

Ranking the 10 best single-game passing yard performances in Houston Texans history

Top 50 Single-Game Passing Performances in Texans History

This chart shows every Texans player to record 300+ passing yards in a single game, including stars like Matt Schaub, Deshaun Watson, and C.J. Stroud.

Matt Schaub’s quiet dominance still tops the list, but with C.J. Stroud’s rocket ascent, change is coming. Houston’s quarterback history may be short, but it’s never been boring — and with their new franchise QB rising fast, the best might be yet to come.

FAQ SECTION

Who holds the Texans record for most career passing yards?
Matt Schaub leads the Texans with 23,221 career passing yards.

Is C.J. Stroud already climbing the list?
Yes — Stroud ranks 4th with 7,835 yards and is closing in on David Carr.

Which QB led the NFL in passing yards for the Texans?
Deshaun Watson led the NFL in 2020 with 4,823 passing yards.

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