The Chargers' season came to a screeching stop in Houston last season. L.A. was riding a three-game winning streak but was overwhelmed in a lopsided, wild-card loss that marked the worst game of Herbert's career.

The Chargers have clinched a playoff spot, but injuries are mounting ahead of a key matchup against the Texans on a short week.

Upon the release of this year's Pro Bowl rosters, four Texans stars have been selected to the AFC roster: wide receiver Nico Collins, linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, defensive end Will Anderson, and cornerback Derek Stingley Jr.

When the NFL announced the 2026 Pro Bowl roster on Tuesday, the Houston Texans had four players who earned spots through fan, coach, and player voting. It was the ultimate sign of respect for the players to have their peers recognize them for their on-field play.

Here’s where the Houston Texans are ranked entering week 17 of the 2025 NFL season:

The Houston Texans are hoping to pick as close to No. 32 as possible in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft this spring. When they go into the draft, they wil

NFL Week 17 odds, picks, predictions, TV channel, streaming information for Saturday football game between Houston Texans and Los Angeles Chargers.

Third-year quarterback CJ Stroud will need to have his wits about him when he faces the Los Angeles Chargers (11-4) on Saturday, as both of his tackles could be inactive. Super Bowl champion Trent Brown has already been ruled out for the road matchup with knee and ankle injuries,