The Texans’ offense, previously underwhelming, made a strong start against the Chargers as quarterback C.J. Stroud threw a 75-yard touchdown pass to rookie Jayden Higgins on just the third play of the game, putting them ahead 7-0. This marked Higgins’ longest catch of the season and Stroud’s longest touchdown pass in his career. A win would secure the Texans a spot in the AFC playoffs, and Stroud’s early success set a positive tone for the game.
