Houston Texans enter bye week after tough overtime loss to Giants
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
The Houston Texans are regrouping during their bye week following a 27-21 overtime loss to the Giants, leaving them with a 2-5 record for the season. The team started strong with two consecutive wins but struggled in recent games, including four early losses. Coach DeMeco Ryans acknowledged the team’s low morale after the tough defeat, emphasizing the need for a positive mindset moving forward. The Texans’ defense has faced significant issues, particularly in tackling and forcing turnovers. Meanwhile, quarterback C.J. Stroud has shown strong performance despite the challenges, ranking fourth in the NFL in passing yards.
- •Texans post a 2-5 record after overtime loss to Giants.
- •Team struggled defensively, ranking low in tackling and turnovers.
- •C.J. Stroud ranks fourth in NFL passing yards with 1,867.
- •Morale is low, but coach Ryans calls for a strong response.
- 6:18 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Texans try to regroup at bye after getting off to 2-5 start
"HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans opened their 25th season with Super Bowl hopes.After dropping to 2-5 on Sunday, it looks unlikely that they’ll even reach the playoffs, much less contend for their first title.
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