Texans and Colts Face Off in Decisive Game for Playoff Berth

Victory Could Also Secure AFC South Title Depending on Jaguars' Performance

Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud has led the Houston Texans to their first winning season since 2019 and they are now one win away from reaching the playoffs.
The Texans can secure a postseason spot with a win in the regular-season finale against the Indianapolis Colts, who are also playoff hopefuls.
The winner of the Houston-Indianapolis game could also capture the AFC South title and get a home playoff game if the Jacksonville Jaguars lose their game against the Tennessee Titans.
Stroud, who recently returned from a concussion, was 24 of 32 for 213 yards in his last game, leading his team to a turnover-free performance.
Indianapolis, currently holding the AFC's final wild-card spot, will rely on backup quarterback Gardner Minshew due to a season-ending injury to rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson.