Nov 2, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins (27) is tackled by Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter (4), defensive end Danielle Hunter (55) and safety Jalen Pitre (5) during the first half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images / Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Nothing went quite right for the Houston Texans as they narrowly lost to the Denver Broncos after a bunch of self-inflicted mishaps. And lost their starting quarterback, CJ Stroud, to a concussion after he was hit by Broncos CB Kris Abrams-Draine.

The Denver Broncos took on the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. Denver won 18-15.

With offensive lineman Blake Fisher playing as a 'tight end,' Texans have found an extra push on run, and pass

The Houston Texans currently sit at 3-4 and are in third place in the AFC South. While that doesn’t exactly scream juggernaut, there are signs that this team could be a sleeping giant.

The Texans limited Bo Nix's effectiveness in the passing game, but he burned them with his legs for the biggest play of the Broncos' win.

The Houston Texans suffered a loss and got a difficult reality check about their current team as the trade deadline nears.

The Broncos defensive lineman powered one final time past Houston left guard Laken Tomlinson, wrapped one big arm around Texans backup quarterback Davis Mills, and, in the process, set his offense up to get one last chance with the ball. Incomplete.