Tonight's Thursday Night Football features a clash between the struggling New York Jets and the AFC South-leading Houston Texans, with the Jets at 2-6 and the Texans at 6-2. The Jets are under pressure to turn their season around, especially with Aaron Rodgers underperforming despite high expectations.

The Texans are dealing with significant injuries to key players, including their top receivers, which puts more onus on quarterback C.J. Stroud. The game is crucial for the Jets as they aim to keep their playoff hopes alive against a Texans team that is also facing challenges.