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Texans Dominate Steelers; Anderson Faces Possible Fine

1/17/2026

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Houston Texans defeated Pittsburgh Steelers 30-6 in the AFC wild-card round, led by Will Anderson Jr.
Anderson sacked Aaron Rodgers in the fourth quarter, creating a fumble that led to a Texans touchdown.
Replays suggested helmet-to-helmet contact, which could result in a fine for unnecessary roughness up to $17,389.
The NFL will announce any fines on Saturday.
Anderson is expected to play in the divisional round against the New England Patriots.

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Houston Texans defeated Pittsburgh Steelers 30-6 in the AFC wild-card round, led by Will Anderson Jr.
Anderson sacked Aaron Rodgers in the fourth quarter, creating a fumble that led to a Texans touchdown.
Replays suggested helmet-to-helmet contact, which could result in a fine for unnecessary roughness up to $17,389.
The NFL will announce any fines on Saturday.
Anderson is expected to play in the divisional round against the New England Patriots.