The Houston Texans came out swinging in their Week 17 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. Houston has forced its way back into the playoff picture with seven straight wins. And the Texans got off to a scorching-hot start on Saturday.

Houston jumped out to an early lead against the Chargers when CJ Stroud found Jayden Higgins for a 75-yard touchdown on the opening drive. The Texans then got the ball right back after the defense forced a three-and-out. And Stroud extended the lead with another bomb. The third-year quarterback hit Jaylin Noel for a 43-yard score, putting Houston up 14-0 early in the first quarter.

And Stroud again. pic.twitter.com/D4jeQK0A2Y

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 27, 2025

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