Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo are adding some friendly competition to the AFC Wild Card matchup with a wager. If the Steelers win, Hidalgo will wear Steelers gear at her next meeting; if the Texans win, shell send Innamorato Houston gear. The bet started on Instagram, with both leaders confident in their teams. The Steelers are three-point underdogs, with the over-under total at 38.5 points. The Texans have won nine straight games and have the NFLs top defense.

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Will Anderson Jr. and Derek Stingley Jr. make history as the first Texans duo to earn first-team All-Pro honors, joining defensive end Danielle Hunter on the APs All-Pro team. Andersons twelve sacks and Stingleys four interceptions led the way, while Pitre, Al-Shaair, Lassiter, Collins, and Bullock also received recognition. The Texans defense, ranked first in the league, heads into the playoffs against the Steelers, aiming to carry their All-Pro momentum into the postseason.

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Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter earn first-team All-Pro honors, leading the Texans top-ranked defense with impressive sack and tackle for loss numbers. Andersons breakout season includes twelve sacks and twenty tackles for loss, while Hunter contributes fifteen sacks. The duos chemistry has Texans fans excited for the playoffs, starting Monday night against the Steelers on ESPN.

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Steelers and Texans gear up for wild card clash, with both teams mostly healthy heading into the game. T.J. Watt and Jaylen Warren fully practiced for the Steelers, while Denico Autry, Tytus Howard, and Derek Stingley Junior also practiced fully for the Texans. However, Isaiahh Loudermilk remains questionable for the Steelers, and Jawhar Jordan is out for the Texans. Jaylen Reed and Ajani Carter are also questionable for the Texans, setting up an intense matchup with potential game-time decisions.

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In Mondays NFL wild-card matchup, the Houston Texans visit the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. The Steelers, with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, aim for their twenty-three game home winning streak, while the Texans seek their first road playoff victory. Both teams boast strong defenses, with the Steelers ranking twenty-sixth in yards allowed and the Texans leading the league in total defense. The game, starting at 8:15 PM Eastern on ESPN and ABC, promises a defensive battle, despite the cold weather conditions.

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The Houston Texans are heading into their Wild Card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers with a key player out due to injury. Running back Jawhar Jordan is ruled out with a high ankle sprain, leaving the teams backfield a bit thinner. Two more players are listed as questionable: rookie safety Jaylen Reed and cornerback Ajani Carter, both dealing with injuries. The Texans starting cornerback, Kamari Lassiter, is fully ready after dealing with a knee and ankle problem last week. The Steelers have a light injury report, with defensive tackle Isaiahh Loudermilk questionable due to a minor ankle tweak. Both teams are gearing up for a tense playoff battle.

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Houston Texans defensive stars Will Anderson Jr., Derek Stingley Jr., and Danielle Hunter earned first and second team All-Pro honors in the Associated Presss 2025 roster. Anderson, a first-time first team selection, and Stingley, in his second straight year, led the leagues top-ranked defense, which allowed only 17.4 points per game. Hunter, with his second second team nod, also contributed significantly. The trios impressive performances have Texans fans excited about the teams future.

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The Houston Texans defense, led by DeMeco Ryans and Matt Burke, dominated the 2025 season with a talented roster. Will Anderson Jr. and Derek Stingley Jr. earned first team All-Pro honors, while Danielle Hunter secured second team recognition. Hunter reached a historic milestone, becoming the 46th player to hit 100 career sacks. Anderson set career highs with 12 sacks and led the NFL in quarterback hurries. Stingley, despite a slight dip in stats, maintained elite play with 4 interceptions and a 43% completion rate against him. This star-studded defense, under sharp coaching, is poised for continued success.

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The Houston Texans and Pittsburgh Steelers face off in the final wild card matchup, with the winner facing the same divisional round opponent due to reseeding. The AFC action continues with the Buffalo Bills vs. Jacksonville Jaguars and Los Angeles Chargers vs. New England Patriots. Houston, Buffalo, and New England are favored. ESPNs Football Power Index predicts Houston could face Denver, New England, Jacksonville, or Buffalo in the divisional round, with a potential trip to New England if favorites hold.

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All-Pro Stingley Junior and edge rushers Will Anderson Junior and Danielle Hunter lead the Houston Texans defense to a dominant 2025 NFL season, earning three spots on the Associated Press All-Pro Team. This marks the first time since 2016 that the Texans have had three players selected, with Stingley and Anderson joining J.J. Watt as the only players in franchise history with first-team honors. The edge-rushing duo of Anderson and Hunter combined for 153 pressures and 27 sacks, leading the Texans to a 12-5 record and a second-place ranking in points allowed per game.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers, led by Aaron Rodgers and new weapons, host the Houston Texans in a wild card playoff matchup. The Steelers, with a strong defense and plus twelve turnover margin, have never lost a home Monday night game since 1991. The Texans, facing a tough road ahead, must tackle Warren and Gainwell early and protect CJ Stroud to have a chance against the Steelers formidable defense. This clash pits two revamped teams against each other, with the winner advancing toward a deep playoff run and bragging rights in a rivalry heating up fast.

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Houston Texans Will Anderson Jr. and Derek Stingley Jr. earn First Team All-Pro honors, marking the first time two Texans have achieved this since 2018. Danielle Hunter secures a Second Team nod, contributing to the teams first three All-Pro players since 2016. Stingley becomes the only cornerback in franchise history to earn First Team, while Anderson joins Watt and Stingley as the third defensive player ever for the team. Anderson and Hunter form the first edge duo to both receive honors since Justin Tuck and Osi Umenyiora in 2010. Stingleys back-to-back First Team selections place him among legends like Andre Johnson, Hopkins, and Watt. Anderson set career highs in his first First Team nod, while Hunter added fifteen sacks, third-most in the league. These honors highlight a dominant season for Houstons front seven, signaling their potential to compete in the playoffs and beyond.

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The Houston Texans, despite a roster riddled with injuries, are preparing for a challenging wild card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The secondary, once a major concern, has shown signs of improvement with Kamari Lassiter and Derek Stingley Juniors progress. However, the offensive line remains a significant worry, with Tytus Howard and Trent Brown dealing with ankle and knee issues. The teams resilience and next-man-up mentality could be tested in this crucial matchup.

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Defense Wins Championships: A Data-Driven Analysis of NFL Playoff Success - A fan sites study of NFL playoff data from 1990 onwards reveals that teams with top-scoring defenses have a high success rate, reaching the Super Bowl and winning it eight out of ten times. In Super Bowl matchups, the team with the better regular-season scoring defense wins 74% of the time. The Houston Texans, with their top-tier defense, have a promising outlook for the postseason.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers, seeking their first postseason win since 2016, face the Houston Texans in a wild card matchup. Despite bold predictions, the Steelers struggling run game and the Texans top-five rushing defense suggest a low-scoring game. Veteran Aaron Rodgers is expected to outperform young QB C J Stroud, while D K Metcalf, returning from suspension, aims to outshine All-Pro corner Derek Stingley Junior. The stage is set for an intense wildcard clash that could go down to the wire.

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Houston Texans Jawhar Jordans playoff status uncertain due to ankle injury; Dare Ogunbowale and British Brooks ready to step up if needed.

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The Houston Texans, in their third consecutive postseason, face the Pittsburgh Steelers in a Monday Night Football wildcard showdown. Despite historical achievements, including their first wildcard run and a top-ranked defense, fans harbor doubts due to the Steelers home advantage and winning streak. However, coach DeMeco Ryans team remains undeterred, ready to battle and turn firsts into a deep playoff push.

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Houston Texans make history, heading to playoffs as wild card team, set to face Pittsburgh Steelers in a potential defensive battle. Despite Jawhar Jordans ankle injury, the team appears well-prepared for this significant challenge.

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