Texans' defense wary of speedy Jets receiver Robby Anderson
Limiting big plays is a priority for a Houston defense that was torched in Week 14 and sees Jets QB Sam Darnold and his WRs developing chemistry.
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9-4, 1st in AFC South
Woodson, Bruschi expect Texans to bounce back (0:42)
Texans turn to TEs and even QB Joe Webb with slot WRs depleted
Injuries forced the Texans into desperation mode in Week 14, but they hope to have Keke Coutee back in the lineup Saturday against the Jets.
Deshaun Watson: Upcoming weather 'not going to affect my game'
Houston's QB isn't used to winter conditions, but he's unfazed by two December games in the Northeast, saying: "Once I step on the field, I'm good."
NFL draft nuggets for all 32 teams: What you need to know
The Raiders could own April. The offseason quarterback situation is going to be fascinating. And every team has needs somewhere.
Mike Triplett ESPN Staff Writer
The Saints placed backup offensive lineman Michael Ola on injured reserve after he was hurt in Sunday's win at Tampa Bay. They added veteran tackle Derek Newton, who was a starter for five years with the Texans before rupturing the patellar tendon in both knees in 2016, which sidelined him for all of 2017 as well.
Brutal rushing performance weighs on Bill O'Brien, Texans
They were averaging 146.1 rushing yards during their nine-game win streak, but the Texans are looking for answers after getting stuffed by Indy.
DeAndre Hopkins is finally out of the QB wilderness. Now what?
The Texans changed quarterback starters 20 times during the receiver's first six seasons in the league. Things are much different with Deshaun Watson.
J.J. Watt after loss to Colts: 'We just have to play better'
Houston's All-Pro pass-rusher says the Texans' failure to stop Indianapolis' playmakers and allowing big plays is a point of emphasis going forward.
Offense sputters as Texans blow chance to pass Patriots for No. 2 seed
Houston remains in charge of the AFC South but must correct problems with its running game and third-down efficiency to make noise in the playoffs.
Week 14 takeaways: Danger zone for Redskins and Panthers?
Bad losses for Carolina and Washington have both teams nearly out of the playoff picture. NFL Nation dives into Week 14's lessons.
Colts snap Texans' 9-game winning streak with 24-21 win
Andrew Luck threw for 399 yards and two touchdowns and T.Y. Hilton had 199 receiving yards to lead the Indianapolis Colts to a 24-21 road win over the Houston Texans on Sunday afternoon.
Sarah Barshop ESPN Staff Writer
The Texans have lost to the Colts, 24-21, ending their nine game winning streak. Houston had a chance to gain ground in playoff race as the No. 2 seed Patriots lost to the Dolphins on a last-minute touchdown but could not complete a comeback against Indianapolis.
Sarah Barshop ESPN Staff Writer
For the first time during their nine game winning streak, the Texans are trailing at halftime. The Colts lead 17-7, scoring 17 unanswered points. Houston got off to a good start -- especially on defense -- but the game quickly turned in the second quarter. Houston's running game has struggled -- Lamar Miller and Alfred Blue have combined for five yards on eight carries -- and Deshaun Watson has completed 12 of 16 passes for 105 yards.
Sarah Barshop ESPN Staff Writer
WR Keke Coutee is inactive for the Texans against the Colts and Greg Mancz will start at right guard in place of Zach Fulton. Other inactives: WR Vyncint Smith, RB D'Onta Foreman, CB Deante Burton, DE Carlos Watkins and DE Joel Heath.
Lamar Miller, Texans RB
Lamar Miller speaks with John Brickley about Houston's 9-game win streak.
McNair praised for charity, Houston's NFL return
With a stirring rendition of "I'll Fly Away" marking the conclusion of a memorial service for former Houston Texans founder and owner Bob McNair, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones wiped tears from his eyes Friday afternoon.
Sarah Barshop ESPN Staff Writer
The Texans have ruled out G Zach Fulton (hand) for Sunday's game against the Colts. WR Keke Coutee, CB Johnathan Joseph and OLB Brennan Scarlett have been listed as questionable.
Sarah Barshop ESPN Staff Writer
The Texans are holding a celebration of life for founder Bob McNair at NRG Stadium. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell will be giving a tribute to the late Texans owner and other NFL owners will be in attendance.
Going into Detail: Peyton Manning dissects Texans QB Deshaun Watson
Watson has led Houston on a nine-game winning streak, including Sunday's victory over the Cleveland Browns.
Young calls Watson 'a force to be reckoned with' (0:44)
Texans are rolling on offense and defense (1:05)
Peyton dissects Watson's awareness in 'Detail' (1:51)
NFL evaluators make picks on Week 14's best games
Who wins Colts-Texans, Ravens-Chiefs, Eagles-Cowboys, Rams-Bears and Vikings-Seahawks?
Texans say season's turning point came in Week 4 against Colts
A failed OT gamble by Frank Reich led to Houston's first win, kick-starting a win streak that has the team in contention for a first-round playoff bye.
2018 AFC South Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 9 | 4 | 0 | .692 | 323 | 259 |
| Indianapolis | 7 | 6 | 0 | .538 | 349 | 300 |
| Tennessee | 7 | 6 | 0 | .538 | 251 | 254 |
| Jacksonville | 4 | 9 | 0 | .308 | 212 | 273 |
2018 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards232.7
Rushing Yards136.8
Points For24.8
Points Against19.9
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2018 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3(4) | Justin Reid | S | Stanford |
| 3(16) | Martinas Rankin | C | Mississippi State |
| 3(34) | Jordan Akins | TE | UCF |
| 4(3) | Keke Coutee | WR | Texas Tech |
| 6(3) | Duke Ejiofor | DE | Wake Forest |
| 6(37) | Jordan Thomas | TE | Mississippi State |
| 6(40) | Peter Kalambayi | OLB | Stanford |
| 7(4) | Jermaine Kelly | CB | San Jose State |