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Toro's Bull Pen
Toro and his Bull Pen hype crew roam NRG Stadium leading chants, contests, and fan interaction throughout the game.
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2002Opened
72,220Capacity
Retractable RoofRoof
Artificial TurfSurface
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The basics
About NRG Stadium
Domed Houston stadium known for NFL football, rodeo, and major events.
- Type
- stadium
- Sports
- Football
- League
- NFL
- Nicknames
- The Bullpen
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Status
- active
FormerlyReliant Stadium
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Don’t miss
Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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Songs & MusicIconic
Bull Pen Tailgate
The Bull Pen tailgate is one of Houston's largest official pregame gatherings, featuring live music, barbecue, and fan activities before kickoff.
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Crowd RitualIconic
Battle Red Day
On designated home games, fans wear Battle Red, transforming NRG Stadium into a sea of red and creating one of the team's signature atmospheres.
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Pregame RitualIconic
Texans Swarm Entrance
Player introductions feature dramatic lighting, smoke, and pyro as the Texans "swarm" onto the field while the crowd waves towels and roars.
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Andre Johnson Legacy
The franchise's first Ring of Honor member — all-time receiving leader and Texans original.
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Battle Red History
Battle Red tradition — crimson jerseys and the most electric gamedays in Houston.
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C.J. Stroud Era
C.J. Stroud — Offensive Rookie of the Year and the quarterback of Houston's future.
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DeMeco Ryans Legacy
The linebacker who defined Texans defense — from player to head coach.
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Greatest Texans Moments
The Comeback vs Chargers, Watt heroics, Stroud's rookie season, and the greatest plays in franchise history.
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Houston Football History
Houston football culture — Oilers, Texans, and Texas football pride.
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Houston Texans Expansion History
2002 expansion — Houston gets its NFL team back after the Oilers left for Tennessee.
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J.J. Watt Legacy
Three-time Defensive Player of the Year — the face of the franchise and Houston hero.
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Playoff History
Texans playoff history — from first appearance to the Stroud era run.
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Hall of FameIconic
Texans Hall of Fame
The complete Texans Hall of Fame honoring franchise legends across every era.
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Texans vs Colts Rivalry
AFC South rivalry with Indianapolis — division battles since 2002.
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Texans vs Titans Rivalry
AFC South rivalry with Tennessee — Houston vs the franchise that left.
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MascotIconic
Toro
Toro — the Texans bull mascot firing up Bull Pen on gameday.
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Special EventIconic
Battle Red Presentations
Battle Red presentations and crimson-themed gameday activations.
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Special EventIconic
AFC Championship Game
AFC Championship at NRG Stadium — one win from the Super Bowl.
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Special EventIconic
C.J. Stroud Primetime Game
C.J. Stroud under the primetime lights — the future of Houston football.
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Special EventIconic
College Football National Championship
College Football National Championship at NRG Stadium — the biggest game in college football.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Colts Rivalry Weekend
Full Colts rivalry weekend — AFC South hatred in Houston.
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Special EventIconic
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo at NRG Stadium — Texas culture at its finest.
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StatueIconic
J.J. Watt Statue
Stand before the J.J. Watt statue — Houston's greatest sports hero.
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First VisitIconic
NRG Stadium
Your first time walking into NRG Stadium — Deep Steel Blue, Battle Red, and Houston pride.
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TourIconic
NRG Stadium Tour
Behind-the-scenes NRG Stadium tour — Ring of Honor, clubs, and field.
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Special EventIconic
Ring of Honor Ceremony
Ring of Honor induction ceremony — honor franchise legends in Houston.
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Sunday Night Football
Primetime SNF energy under the NRG Stadium roof in Houston.
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Hall of FameIconic
Texans Ring of Honor
Tour the Ring of Honor and honor every Texans immortal.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Texans vs Colts
AFC South rivalry when Indianapolis comes to NRG Stadium.
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Texans vs Titans
AFC South rivalry when Tennessee visits Houston.
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Texas Football Culture
Texas football culture — Friday night lights, Bull Pen, and Houston pride at NRG.
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Walk Field Level During a Tour
Walk on the field during a guided stadium tour.
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Championship BannersIconic
AFC South Championships
AFC South division titles and the road to Houston's first playoff appearances.
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Arian Foster Legacy
The undrafted running back who became the face of the Texans offense for a decade.
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Franchise Timeline
Complete franchise timeline from 2002 expansion to the C.J. Stroud era.
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Mario Williams Legacy
The first overall pick in franchise history — anchor of the Texans defensive line.
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Oilers Heritage Exhibit
Houston Oilers heritage — Earl Campbell, Luv Ya Blue, and the city's first NFL chapter.
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Houston Texans Cheerleaders
Houston Texans cheerleaders performing on gameday at NRG Stadium.
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Special EventIconic
Ring of Honor Ceremonies
Ring of Honor induction ceremonies honoring franchise legends.
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Rodeo-Themed Events
Rodeo-themed events when NRG Stadium transforms for the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
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J.J. Watt Tribute Event
Special tribute events honoring J.J. Watt and his Houston legacy.
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Pregame EntertainmentMust see
Pregame Fan Festivals
Pre-game fan festivals at Tailgate Plaza — food, music, and Bull Pen energy.
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Special EventMust see
December Football in Houston
December football in Houston — Battle Red, playoffs, and Bull Pen energy.
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Special EventMust see
Monday Night Football
Monday Night Football in Houston under the national spotlight.
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Tailgate LotMust see
Tailgate at NRG
Legendary tailgating at NRG Stadium before kickoff in Houston.
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Victory CelebrationMust see
Texans Victory Celebration
Stay for the postgame victory celebration when the Texans win at home.
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Rivalry GameMust see
Texans vs Jaguars
AFC South rivalry when Jacksonville visits NRG Stadium.
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Architecture
End Zone Video Boards
The large digital displays create a signature game-day visual experience.
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Architecture
Glass Exterior Facade
The stadium's modern glass design creates a distinctive Houston landmark.
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Architecture
Houston Skyline Views
The stadium provides views of the Houston metropolitan area.
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Architecture
NRG Complex Integration
The stadium is part of the massive NRG Park entertainment complex.
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Architecture
Retractable Roof
The first NFL stadium with a retractable roof, allowing football in Houston's extreme weather conditions.
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History
Andre Johnson Tribute
Celebrates the franchise's first superstar wide receiver.
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History
Houston Texans Retired Numbers
Recognizes Texans legends and franchise icons.
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History
J.J. Watt
Honors one of the greatest defensive players in franchise history.
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History
Texans Expansion Era
Highlights the creation and growth of Houston's modern NFL franchise.
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History
Texans Franchise History
Showcases key moments from the team's history since its founding in 2002.
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Experience
Houston Food
Features Texas barbecue, local cuisine, and stadium favorites.
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Experience
Kid-Friendly Texans Activities
Family football experiences and interactive games.
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Experience
Texans Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes tours featuring the field, suites, and stadium features.
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Experience
Texans Tailgate
Houston-style tailgating featuring food, music, and fan gatherings.
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Historic Marker
Houston Sports Walk
Walk connecting NRG Stadium to Houston’s broader sports campus.
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Signature
Houston Texans Fan Zone
Texans fan zone and Bull Pen gathering area before kickoff.
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Displays
Ring of Honor
The Texans Ring of Honor recognizing franchise greats such as Andre Johnson.
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Displays
Rodeo Houston
Displays on the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, NRG’s other signature tenant.
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Displays
Team History Exhibit
Exhibit on Texans football, from the expansion draft to playoff runs.
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Displays
Texans Legacy Wall
Wall covering Houston Texans history from the 2002 expansion season on.
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Historic Marker
Texas Heritage Plaza
Plaza celebrating Texas sports and Houston heritage around NRG Stadium.
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Statue
Toro Statue
Statue of Toro, the Texans bull mascot, outside NRG Stadium.
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Historic display
Houston Sports Legacy
Houston sports legacy — Astros, Rockets, Dynamo, and Texans on the world stage.
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Historic display
Texans vs Jaguars Rivalry
AFC South rivalry with Jacksonville — division battles in the South.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights — throwbacks, alumni, and Bull Pen celebrations.
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Tailgate Lot
Tailgate Competitions
Tailgate competitions in the NRG Stadium parking lots before kickoff.
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Special Event
Alumni Meet & Greets
Meet and greets with Texans alumni and franchise legends.
Through the years
History
Names
- 2002-2014Reliant Stadium
- 2014-presentNRG Stadium
Home teams
- 2002-presentHouston TexansNFL
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