For a minute there, quarterback C.J. Stroud looked like the answer to the Houston Texans' prayers, but this season is testing that narrative. For instance, the second-year NFL star threw two picks and was sacked four times in Sunday's 32–27 loss against the Tennessee Titans.

The Houston Texans losing in Week 12 to the Tennessee Titans, 32-27, spoiled the injury return of Will Anderson Jr., who also had a career night, making franchise history against Will Levis, who won the game with a 70-yard touchdown pass to Chig Okonkwo.

Anderson, the reigning Defensive Rookie of the Year, hasn’t played since the second quarter of Week 9’s loss against the New York Jets on Halloween. After trying to return to the game, the Texans ruled him out and he hasn’t been on the field since.

Like the Cowboys, the Titans have a losing record this season. Houston should be able to come away with another big victory to keep building on the latter half of their season lea

After missing two games with an ankle injury, Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. says he'll be back to face the Tennessee Titans on Sunday.

Will Anderson Jr. was a full participant during Friday’s practice as the Houston Texans prepare to take on the Tennessee Titans.

The Houston Texans are back on track. With superstar wide receiver Nico Collins back in the lineup, the Texans rolled into the DFW and stomped the Dallas Cowboy