C.J. Stroud rebounded from a tough outing to lead the Houston Texans to a narrow 23-20 victory over the Indianapolis Colts. Stroud threw for 285 yards and a touchdown, while Joe Mixon contributed with 102 rushing yards and a score. The Texans' defense was pivotal, forcing a crucial fumble from Anthony Richardson in the closing moments.
The Colts, despite a strong performance from Jonathan Taylor, struggled to capitalize on opportunities, especially after a controversial fumble recovery was overturned. The game marked a significant achievement for the Texans, as they swept the Colts for only the second time in franchise history.