Chargers' Late Rally Falls Short in Playoffs-Bound Loss

The Houston Texans secured their spot in the playoffs with a hard-fought 20-16 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, capping off a thrilling back-and-forth affair at NRG Stadium. CJ Stroud led the charge for Houston, tossing two early touchdown passes to set the tone for the game. The Texans’ offense continued to click, with their running backs chipping in on the ground to keep the Chargers’ defense guessing. Meanwhile, the Chargers’ high-powered attack struggled to find its footing, with quarterback Justin Herbert facing stiff pressure from the Texans’ pass rush. As the clock ticked down, the tension mounted in Los Angeles, with the Chargers trailing by four points with just over a minute remaining. A last-ditch effort saw LA drive all the way to the Houston 25-yard line, but a missed field goal attempt sealed their fate and sent the Chargers packing. The Texans’ victory marked their first playoff berth since 2019, and they’ll look to build on this momentum as they head into the postseason. For Stroud and his teammates, it’s been a season of growth and perseverance, and they’re ready for whatever challenges lie ahead.