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New York Jets wide receiver Vyncint Smith, center, is tackled by Buffalo Bills' Dean Marlowe, left, and Corey Thompson during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Bills believe they're better prepared for playoffs than 2017

By John Wawrow Dec. 30, 2019 06:43 PM EST

El corredor de los Titans de Tennessee Derrick Henry corre para un touchdown de 53 yardas en el triunfo ante los Texans de Houston con el que aseguran su boleto a la postemporada el domingo 29 de diciembre del 2019. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Titans clinch playoff spot with 35-14 win over Texans

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 29, 2019 07:41 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback AJ McCarron (2) throws a pass against the Tennessee Titans during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Tennessee Titans at Houston Texans 12/29/2019

Dec. 29, 2019 04:39 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Drue Tranquill during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Rookie QB Lock leads Broncos after win in NFL debut

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 05, 2019 06:29 PM EST

Broncos-Texans Capsule

By The Associated Press Dec. 05, 2019 03:54 PM EST
DENVER (4-8) at HOUSTON (8-4) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE — Texans by 7 1/2 RECORD VS....

Houston Texans inside linebacker Benardrick McKinney (55) celebrates after he sacked New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Watson shines, Texans look to build on win over Pats

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 02, 2019 07:23 PM EST

Houston Texans inside linebacker Benardrick McKinney (55) celebrates after he sacked New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Watson throws 3 TDs, catches another; Texans top Pats 28-22

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 01, 2019 11:48 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws against the New England Patriots during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New England Patriots at Houston Texans 12/1/2019

Dec. 01, 2019 08:36 PM EST

Colts-Texans Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Nov. 20, 2019 03:58 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (6-4) at HOUSTON (6-4) Thursday, 8:20 p.m. ET, FOX, NFL Network, Amazon Prime Video OPENING LINE — Texans...

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (13) celebrates his 16-yard touchdown reception with wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith (10) and center Erik McCoy (78) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
The Latest: Afternoon of routs followed by close calls

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2019 12:53 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) runs out of the pocket under pressure by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (91) during the first half of an NFL football game at Wembley Stadium, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in London. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
No looking back: Watson on point as Texans top Jags 26-3

By Eddie Pells Nov. 03, 2019 12:44 PM EST

A Jacksonville Jaguars fan sits outside the stadium ahead of the first half of an NFL football game between the Houston Texans and the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in London. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
Houston Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars 11/3/2019

Nov. 03, 2019 07:37 AM EST

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Tyrell Williams (16) is hit by Houston Texans defensive back Keion Crossen (35) after a catch during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Raiders excited to return home after 48-day stretch

By Josh Dubow Oct. 28, 2019 07:35 PM EDT

Houston Texans running back Carlos Hyde (23) is hit by Oakland Raiders free safety Lamarcus Joyner (29) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Raiders squander 4th-quarter lead in 27-24 loss to Texans

By Kristie Rieken Oct. 27, 2019 10:38 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) scrambles as Oakland Raiders defensive end Clelin Ferrell (96) and outside linebacker Tahir Whitehead (59) close in during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Watson's 3 TD passes lead Texans over Raiders 27-24

By Kristie Rieken Oct. 27, 2019 07:46 PM EDT

Houston Texans cornerback Lonnie Johnson (32) breaks up a pass intended for Oakland Raiders tight end Darren Waller (83) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Oakland Raiders at Houston Texans 10/27/2019

Oct. 27, 2019 04:38 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts' Darius Leonard (53) intercepts a pass intended for Houston Texans' Keke Coutee (16) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Colts' improving defense gets boost from Leonard's return

By Michael Marot Oct. 21, 2019 06:02 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson throws before an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts 10/20/2019

Oct. 20, 2019 12:17 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant (3) runs to his bench after missing a point after attempt against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. The Cardinals won 34-33. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Falcons keep taking steps back, and the defense is to blame

By George Henry Oct. 14, 2019 07:26 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Bashaud Breeland (21) hangs on to the jersey of Houston Texans running back Carlos Hyde (23) during the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019. The Houston Texans won 31-24. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Carlos Hyde thrives for Texans after joining team in August

By Kristie Rieken Oct. 14, 2019 02:17 PM EDT