But even with their backups running the show, the Texans’ second-string defense held down the fort, stunting a confident first start by Indianapolis’ Riley Leonard, and setting up the offense to go ahead on a 43-yard Kaʻimi Fairbairn field goal with 12 seconds to play.

The Texans face Aaron Rodgers for the second time in as many seasons when they open the playoffs next week in Pittsburgh.

Houston will travel to Pittsburgh to face off against the Steelers on Monday Night Football at 7:00 p.m. CT on January 12, 2026. The game will be broadcast On ESPN & ABC.

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The Texans worked all week to design a play for defensive tackle Tommy Togiai to score a touchdown. That play busted but he scored anyway.

The Texans' Alijah Huzzie had played just one NFL snap before Sunday, but his teammates all expected big things from him against the Colts. That explained the huge celebration after his interception.

The Jacksonville Jaguars easily handled the Tennessee Titans, cruising to a 41-7 victory Sunday in Jacksonville. With the win, the Jaguars won the AFC South for the first time since 2022 and kept their hopes alive for the No.

The Texans' win over the Colts on Sunday showed that they'll be a tough out in the playoffs, no matter whom they play.

Where do things stand? What needs to be sorted out? Check back as the NFL playoff field gets finalized Sunday.