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

In this week's mailbag, readers were curious about the Texans' past two defensive performances and what the inconsistency on offense means.

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

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 Texans are at the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday and the Colts are at home Sunday against Jacksonville. Houston and Indianapolis face each other on the last weekend of the regular season, either Jan. 3 or 4 at NRG Stadium. Here's how Houston can clinch a wild-card spot this weekend: • A Texans win or tie against the Chargers.

If you were hoping to fire up the rookie sensation this week, you might want to grab a coffee and sit down. Woody Marks, who has been dealing with a nagging ankle issue, is officially trending toward the bench for Sunday’s showdown against the Raiders.

All the ways you can watch, stream, and tune-in to Week 17 between the Texans and the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on December 27.

Will Anderson Jr., Nico Collins, Derek Stingley Jr., and Azeez Al-Shaair all made the Pro Bowl for the Houston Texans. The team also has three alternates.

Find out how to watch Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans live streaming online, plus TV channel and game info for this week 17 NFL matchup.