Houston Texans overcome slow start to rout Los Angeles Chargers in chaotic playoff matchup
4 days, 1 hour ago

Houston Texans overcome slow start to rout Los Angeles Chargers in chaotic playoff matchup

CNN  

CNN — Powered by a stifling defense that intercepted Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert a career-high four times and an offense that came to life at the end of the first half, the Houston Texans’ wild-card victory sees them advance to the divisional round of the playoffs. Los Angeles Chargers' Derwin James Jr. reaches to recover a fumble by Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III, bottom, as Alohi Gilman defends. Pinned at the 1-yard line at the start of the drive, Houston’s offense came to life after a broken play, in which Stroud scooped up a botched snap, and while Chargers pass rushers Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack closed in on him near the sideline, the Texans signal-caller connected with wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson for a 34-yard gain. Despite the loss, Ladd McConkey's 197 receiving yards were the MOST EVER by a rookie WR in a playoff game ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/Jh7VQl1PKE — NFL January 12, 2025 However, the Chargers’ extra point attempt was blocked by Texans’ Denico Autry, and after kicker Cameron Dicker tried to jump up and bat the ball down, it bounced to D’Angelo Ross, who grabbed the loose ball and took it into the end zone for two points.

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Interception barrage, including a pick-six, prompts Texans to bury Chargers
4 days, 1 hour ago

Interception barrage, including a pick-six, prompts Texans to bury Chargers

LA Times  

The Texans’ Eric Murray celebrates returning an interception for a touchdown that put the Chargers behind by 14 points in the third quarter. Somehow the Chargers quarterback getting a pass intercepted and returned for a touchdown for the first time in his career wasn’t the low-point of a season-ending loss Saturday. After setting a franchise record for fewest interceptions thrown …

Chargers vs. Houston Texans: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
5 days, 1 hour ago

Chargers vs. Houston Texans: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

For three straight weeks, the Chargers have shared emphatic high fives in their celebratory post-game locker room. The Chargers feel as if they’re having too much fun for Saturday’s AFC wild-card playoff game to be the end. A lot of people probably don’t think we can do it, so we’re just ready to show the world.” The Chargers haven’t won …

Texans considered easier playoff opponent for Chargers, but ‘They’ve got playmakers’
1 week, 2 days ago

Texans considered easier playoff opponent for Chargers, but ‘They’ve got playmakers’

LA Times  

Derwin James Jr. breaks every Chargers huddle with a simple direction. On Sunday, the Chargers lived up to their daily proclamation, cementing themselves as the NFL’s top defense in points allowed while finishing the regular season with a 34-20 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. “They’ve got playmakers, great competitors.” Stroud broke through last season under current Chargers quarterback coach …

Los Angeles Chargers book play-off place in style with big win
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Los Angeles Chargers book play-off place in style with big win

The Independent  

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Texans look to get on track before playoffs after lopsided loss to Ravens
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Texans look to get on track before playoffs after lopsided loss to Ravens

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — The Houston Texans certainly didn’t look like a playoff team in a rout by the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday. Houston hasn’t reached 100 yards rushing in three straight games and four of its past five. The Texans must get their running game going to take some pressure off Stroud, who is working with a thin receiving group with …

Chargers offensive frustrations continue in 19-17 loss
1 month ago

Chargers offensive frustrations continue in 19-17 loss

Associated Press  

— The Los Angeles Chargers let Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs slip away with their ninth straight AFC West division championship on Sunday night. “In the first half we had penalties, got behind the sticks a few too many times to stop drives,” Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said. Pass game, run game, we weren’t moving the ball …

Texans look to snap out of funk with trip to Jacksonville, where Houston has won 5 in a row
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Texans look to snap out of funk with trip to Jacksonville, where Houston has won 5 in a row

Associated Press  

Houston at Jacksonville Sunday, 1 p.m., EST, FOX. The Texans have allowed 17 sacks in their past four games, three of them losses, and now face a duo that’s combined for 23 QB hits, including 12½ sacks. … WR Nico Collins had five receptions for 92 yards and a touchdown last week. … DE Danielle Hunter had a career-high five …

Texans never trail while handing Cowboys 5th straight loss, 34-10
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Texans never trail while handing Cowboys 5th straight loss, 34-10

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Derek Barnett forced the first fumble and returned the second for a touchdown on the definitive defensive play of the game for the Houston Texans. Cooper Rush threw a 64-yard touchdown pass to KaVontae Turpin but lost his second start since Dak Prescott’s season-ending hamstring injury. Dallas is the first team in NFL history to trail by …

At 3-7, Cowboys faced with being ‘realistic’ and coming to terms that 2024 season is over
1 month, 3 weeks ago

At 3-7, Cowboys faced with being ‘realistic’ and coming to terms that 2024 season is over

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — On the first play Monday night at AT&T Stadium, the Dallas Cowboys’ defense gave up an apparent 77-yard touchdown. 📺: #HOUvsDAL on ESPN/ABC 📱: Stream on #NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/XoOP2tepIG — NFL November 19, 2024 Instead of dropping interceptions and gifting first downs, the Texans brought the hammer down on the Cowboys’ season, 34-10. — had stuck the dagger …

Texans set franchise record with 5 interceptions but can’t hold on in 26-23 loss to Lions
2 months ago

Texans set franchise record with 5 interceptions but can’t hold on in 26-23 loss to Lions

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — The Houston Texans set a franchise record by intercepting Detroit’s Jared Goff a career-high five times Sunday night. “We didn’t make the plays to win the game … to win games guys have to step up and make plays and that’s not happening,” coach DeMeco Ryans said. When the defense is getting turnovers like they did, we’ve got …

Texans edge Bills on last-second field goal, slow Josh Allen down: Key takeaways
3 months, 1 week ago

Texans edge Bills on last-second field goal, slow Josh Allen down: Key takeaways

New York Times  

Vikings vs Jets score and NFL Week 5 updates: Highlights, schedule, inactives, predictions, odds and analysis By Zak Keefer, Tim Graham, Joe Buscaglia and Tobias Bass Revenge is a dish best served cold, as receiver Stefon Diggs and the Houston Texans did just that on Sunday in a 23-20 victory over the Buffalo Bills at NRG Stadium at the buzzer …

Justin Herbert, Chargers had chances to beat the Chiefs but limped at the finish line
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Justin Herbert, Chargers had chances to beat the Chiefs but limped at the finish line

LA Times  

Facing a tie score in the fourth quarter for a second consecutive week, the Chargers lined up with a chance to make a strong statement. Outside linebacker Khalil Mack, now in his third season with the Chargers, said this week that the championship pedigree of the Chiefs shows up as the team “find ways to win games.” 🏈 Chargers-Chiefs summary …

Texans rally to send reeling Jaguars to 0-4: Key takeaways
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Texans rally to send reeling Jaguars to 0-4: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By: Larry Holder, Zak Keefer and Jeff Howe NFL Week 4 live updates: Inactives, schedule, kickoff times, matchups, odds and predictions Just when you thought the Jacksonville Jaguars might turn a corner, the Houston Texans showed why they’re the reigning AFC South champions … and current division leaders. Sign Up Texans rebound after tough Week 3 Two weeks into the …

Houston’s Boyle tosses 2 TDs as starters sit out in Texans’ 17-15 preseason win over Rams
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Houston’s Boyle tosses 2 TDs as starters sit out in Texans’ 17-15 preseason win over Rams

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Houston’s Cam Akers isn’t sure what will happen in the next few days as final roster cuts are made. I haven’t lost a step and we’ll just see how it goes.” Tim Boyle threw for 142 yards and two touchdowns and Akers had 53 yards rushing to lead the Texans to a 17-15 win over the Los Angeles …

Texans hope to get C.J. Stroud back when they host Tennessee on Sunday
1 year ago

Texans hope to get C.J. Stroud back when they host Tennessee on Sunday

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Houston lost for the second time in three games this past weekend and now the Texans must wait to see if star rookie quarterback C.J. Coach DeMeco Ryans said Stroud is improving and returned to team meetings late last week, but the second overall pick hasn’t practiced since he was injured against the Jets and it’s unclear if …

Chargers’ valiant effort as spoilers is ruined by Bills’ field goal in waning seconds
1 year ago

Chargers’ valiant effort as spoilers is ruined by Bills’ field goal in waning seconds

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Easton Stick is pressured by Bills defensive tackle Poona Ford, center, and defensive end Leonard Floyd during the Chargers’ 24-22 loss Saturday at SoFi Stadium. “My question … was how would they react the first time Buffalo punches you in the face?” interim coach Giff Smith said. “The game plan was tight,” safety Derwin James Jr. said, when …

Texans win without Stroud, beating Titans 19-16 on Fairbairn’s 54-yard field goal in OT
1 year ago

Texans win without Stroud, beating Titans 19-16 on Fairbairn’s 54-yard field goal in OT

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Houston Texans gave themselves a confidence boost winning without injured quarterback C.J. Ka’imi Fairbairn kicked a 54-yard field goal as time expired in overtime and the Texans — with backup Case Keenum at quarterback — rallied from a 13-point deficit to beat the Tennessee Titans 19-16 Sunday. “Man, we know Kai can kick it, so that’s …

Chargers can’t get it done in fourth quarter in loss to Cowboys
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers can’t get it done in fourth quarter in loss to Cowboys

LA Times  

Cowboys receiver Brandin Cooks stiff-arms Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. after a catch in the second quarter. There’s only one thing to do and that’s get to work, get back to practice.” The Cowboys’ Dak Prescott eludes the tackle of Chargers defensive lineman Scott Matlock. That’s on me to stand in there, deliver and do my job to get him …

Los Angeles Chargers blow 27-point lead as Jacksonville Jaguars advance in AFC
1 year, 11 months ago

Los Angeles Chargers blow 27-point lead as Jacksonville Jaguars advance in AFC

The Independent  

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Chargers blow 27-point lead with horrendous second half in playoff loss to Jaguars
2 years ago

Chargers blow 27-point lead with horrendous second half in playoff loss to Jaguars

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga lies on the turf as the Jaguars celebrate Riley Patterson’s winning field goal in Jacksonville’s 31-30 AFC wild-card comeback win Saturday night. I feel horrible for the defense.” Chargers linebacker Drue Tranquill intercepts a pass by Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence on the first drive of the game. There’s no reason we shouldn’t have got that done …

Texans rally for 32-31 win at Indy but lose top draft pick
2 years ago

Texans rally for 32-31 win at Indy but lose top draft pick

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Houston coach Lovie Smith kept insisting his team would play for the win Sunday. Then after throwing two incompletions and taking a 10-yard sack, Mills somehow threaded the pass through the hands of Colts safety Rodney Thomas II and into the hands of Akins, giving Houston its second win in three weeks and its fourth-ever win in Indy …

Texans, Colts square off in battle for top-five draft picks
2 years ago

Texans, Colts square off in battle for top-five draft picks

Associated Press  

HOUSTON at INDIANAPOLIS Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Colts by 2½ AGAINST THE SPREAD: Texans 6-10; Colts 6-10. SERIES NOTES: The season-opening tie was the first in this series, the first in Texans’ history and the first for the Colts since moving to Indy in 1984.. Indianapolis won the first nine games between these AFC South …

Jags rout Texans 31-3 to end 9-game skid vs. Houston
2 years ago

Jags rout Texans 31-3 to end 9-game skid vs. Houston

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — With so much on the line next week, it would have been easy for the Jacksonville Jaguars to overlook the lowly Houston Texans on Sunday. Travis Etienne ran for 108 yards and a touchdown before halftime, Tyson Campbell returned a fumble for a score and the Jaguars snapped a nine-game skid against Houston by routing the Texans 31-3 …

Texans finally close out game in 19-14 win over Titans
2 years ago

Texans finally close out game in 19-14 win over Titans

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — After coming oh-so close in their past two games, the Houston Texans finally got over the hump Saturday with a win over the Tennessee Titans to snap a nine-game skid. The Texans entered Saturday’s game having lost to the Cowboys 27-23 two weeks ago before falling to 30-24 to the Chiefs in overtime last week. Rookie Christian Harris …

Chargers nearly turn over big lead but defense saves them against Texans
2 years, 3 months ago

Chargers nearly turn over big lead but defense saves them against Texans

LA Times  

Derwin James Jr. celebrates after the Chargers held the Houston Texans to a field-goal attempt after a turnover deep in their end in the second half. Then our offense did a great job closing ’em out.” Though they stumbled in the second half Sunday, the Chargers still found a way to rebound from their 38-10 loss last weekend to Jacksonville, …

Chargers vs. Texans: Betting odds, lines and picks against the spread
2 years, 3 months ago

Chargers vs. Texans: Betting odds, lines and picks against the spread

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. celebrates after intercepting a pass against the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium on Sept. 11. After last week’s loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Chargers are eager to bounce back with a win over the Houston Texans on Friday. Chargers at Houston Texans Brandon Staley’s decision to let his injured quarterback play in the …

An up and down performance: Takeaways from Chargers’ preseason loss to Cowboys
2 years, 4 months ago

An up and down performance: Takeaways from Chargers’ preseason loss to Cowboys

LA Times  

Dallas Cowboys teammates celebrate wide receiver KaVontae Turpin’s kickoff return touchdown against the Chargers in the first quarter Saturday at SoFi Stadium. “I don’t like the way that first half felt or looked.” The Chargers had the game’s only two turnovers and surrendered two kick returns for touchdowns — all in the first two quarters. “When you have two turnovers …

Texans two-step around COVID roster shuffle for a win
3 years ago

Texans two-step around COVID roster shuffle for a win

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — The Houston Texans had so many players on the COVID-19 list this week — 16 — that it was tough to keep up with who was on the field Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers. “We had every excuse in the book with COVID, with the holidays, with the way the season was going and we still came …

Chargers vs. Houston Texans matchups, start time and how to watch
3 years ago

Chargers vs. Houston Texans matchups, start time and how to watch

LA Times  

Breaking down how the Chargers and the Houston Texans match up heading into their game at 10 a.m. PST on Sunday at NRG Stadium. When Chargers have the ball: They have the AFC’s starting Pro Bowl quarterback and a Pro Bowl wide receiver, the Chargers a top-five passing team for most of this season. Even with starting running back Austin …

Chargers’ 41-29 road loss to the Houston Texans by the numbers
3 years ago

Chargers’ 41-29 road loss to the Houston Texans by the numbers

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is sacked by Houston Texans defensive lineman Chris Smith in the second half. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 41-29 road loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday: 3-7 Chargers’ record when quarterback Justin Herbert has one or more turnovers this season. Summary CHARGERS 6 6 3 14 — 29 Houston 7 10 0 …

Chargers’ playoff ambitions take a huge blow in stunning loss to Texans
3 years ago

Chargers’ playoff ambitions take a huge blow in stunning loss to Texans

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is sacked by Houston Texans defensive lineman Chris Smith and Michael Dwumfour during the second half of the Chargers’ 41-29 loss Sunday at NRG Stadium. “I didn’t coach well enough, didn’t put our guys in good enough positions to be consistent in the game, and that’s why we lost.” Said rookie Pro Bowl left tackle Rashawn …

Texans fall apart in 2nd half of 25-22 loss to New England
3 years, 3 months ago

Texans fall apart in 2nd half of 25-22 loss to New England

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — The Houston Texans looked to be on the way to their first win since the opener after building a nice lead with a solid first half Sunday against the New England Patriots. Rookie Mac Jones threw a touchdown pass to tie it before Nick Folk’s 21-yard field goal with 15 seconds left lifted the Patriots to the 25-22 …

Chargers call ‘no más’ and get dragged to thrilling comeback win over Browns
3 years, 3 months ago

Chargers call ‘no más’ and get dragged to thrilling comeback win over Browns

LA Times  

Chargers running back Austin Ekeler scores the go-ahead touchdown late in the fourth quarter of a 47-42 win over the Cleveland Browns at SoFi Stadium on Sunday. And yet running back Austin Ekeler still reached the end zone Sunday at the game’s most crucial point, scoring one of the most reluctant, least conventional touchdowns in NFL history. “I still have …

Chargers’ problems with penalties cost them in last-second loss to Cowboys
3 years, 3 months ago

Chargers’ problems with penalties cost them in last-second loss to Cowboys

LA Times  

Chargers defensive back Nasir Adderley leaps to break up a potential touchdown pass to Dallas Cowboys tight end Blake Jarwin during the second half of the Chargers’ 20-17 loss at SoFi Stadium on Sunday. Dallas Cowboys kicker Greg Zuerlein nails a 56-yard field goal as time expires to send the Chargers to their first loss of the season. “We’ll grow …

Despite mishaps, Chargers find road to a good start in win over Washington
3 years, 4 months ago

Despite mishaps, Chargers find road to a good start in win over Washington

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams celebrates his deciding touchdown catch against the Washington Football Team with teammate Josh Palmer. After Ekeler’s opening touchdown, the Chargers maintained the lead into the second half before falling behind 16-13 when Washington scored on its first series of the third quarter. “They came off the sidelines and said, ‘Justin, we got your back.’ I …

Chargers’ 30-27 overtime win over the Las Vegas Raiders by the numbers
4 years ago

Chargers’ 30-27 overtime win over the Las Vegas Raiders by the numbers

LA Times  

Chargers kicker Mike Badgley reacts after missing a field goal attempt against the Las Vegas Raiders in the fourth quarter on Thursday. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 30-27 overtime victory over the Raiders in Las Vegas on Thursday: 7 Games with 300 or more yards passing for Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert this season, an NFL record for …

Deshaun Watson’s 4 TDs lift Texans to 41-25 win over Lions
4 years, 1 month ago

Deshaun Watson’s 4 TDs lift Texans to 41-25 win over Lions

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Deshaun Watson dropped back in a protected pocket at midfield and perfectly lofted one of his four touchdown passes, connecting with Will Fuller in stride just before he reached the end zone. Watson had a pair of go-ahead touchdown passes in the first half and threw for two more scores in the fourth quarter to help Houston pull …

NFL roundup: Deshaun Watson and DeAndre Hopkins lead Texans past Chiefs
5 years, 3 months ago

NFL roundup: Deshaun Watson and DeAndre Hopkins lead Texans past Chiefs

LA Times  

Quarterback Deshaun Watson played a leading role in helping the Houston Texans improve to 4-2 on the season Sunday. Star wide receiver Tyreek Hill returned to action for the first time since Week 1, when he broke his collarbone, to catch five passes for 80 yards and two of the Chiefs’ scores. Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson, left, battles …

Roderic Teamer’s struggles against Texans highlight Chargers’ secondary challenges
5 years, 3 months ago

Roderic Teamer’s struggles against Texans highlight Chargers’ secondary challenges

LA Times  

Chargers strong safety Roderic Teamer, left, tries to strip the ball away from Houston Texans running back Carlos Hyde on Sunday. 5 / 14 Houston Texans defensive end Charles Omenihu, left, grabs the face mask of Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers during the second half. 9 / 14 Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins tries to run past Chargers linebacker Thomas …

Chargers can’t stop Texans’ second-half surge or deliver late in loss
5 years, 3 months ago

Chargers can’t stop Texans’ second-half surge or deliver late in loss

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is sacked by Houston Texans defensive ends J.J. Watt, left, and D.J. 4 / 14 Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is upended by Houston Texans cornerback Bradley Roby after scrambling for eight yards in the final minutes of the game. 5 / 14 Houston Texans defensive end Charles Omenihu, left, grabs the face mask of Chargers quarterback …

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