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Texans Defense Dominates, Extends Winning Streak to Five

12/13/2025

Summary

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The Houston Texans extended a five-game winning streak as their defense leads the NFL by allowing 16.0 points per game and 266.3 yards per game.
The defense has stymied top quarterbacks such as Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen.
Head coach DeMeco Ryans credits teamwork and consistency, highlighting Jalen Pitre (safety) and Tommy Togiai (defensive lineman).
They next face the Arizona Cardinals to solidify their playoff position while maintaining momentum.

History

Historical Context

The 1976 Pittsburgh Steelers aimed for a third consecutive Super Bowl but faced challenges after starting 1-4. Their Steel Curtain defense, led by Jack Lambert, allowed just 9.9 points per game, setting a franchise record. Despite their dominance, injuries sidelined key players Franco Harris and Rocky Bleier, leading to a 24-7 loss against the Oakland Raiders in the AFC Championship Game.

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Story summary

The Houston Texans extended a five-game winning streak as their defense leads the NFL by allowing 16.0 points per game and 266.3 yards per game.
The defense has stymied top quarterbacks such as Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen.
Head coach DeMeco Ryans credits teamwork and consistency, highlighting Jalen Pitre (safety) and Tommy Togiai (defensive lineman).
They next face the Arizona Cardinals to solidify their playoff position while maintaining momentum.

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