Here's where the Texans stack up in FPI ratings entering their Week 16 showdown against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday afternoon at NRG Stadium.

And for NFL insider Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, after what's been shown from the past six weeks of the season, the Texans and their “muscle-bruising" defense could have the right variables in play to make a potential Super Bowl run.

Houston Texans defensive end Derek Barnett could hear from the NFL this week after an incident against the Arizona Cardinals.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Houston Texans vs. Arizona Cardinals NFL game from December 14, 2025 on ESPN.

The retired Houston Texans' legend is still confident in his ability to still get a sack in the NFL, if necessary.

Depth is ultra-thin at defensive tackle after season-ending injuries sustained by Mario Edwards Jr, Tim Settle Jr., and Foley Fatukasi. The Texans are set with starters in Tommy Togiai and Rankins and have an experienced backup in Naquan Jones. The fourth defensive tackle Sunday is expected to be a practice squad elevation.

Week 16 of the NFL season features some games with massive playoff implications, and the first one on the ledger occurred Thursday after the Seattle Seahawks overcame a 16-point second half deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Rams 38-37 in overtime.

Former Auburn defensive tackle Marcus Harris returned to the NFL on Wednesday by rejoining the practice squad of his original team, the Houston Texans.