Texans Face Crucial Three-Game Home Stretch Against 49ers, Broncos, Jaguars Amid 2-4 Record

The Houston Texans are facing a critical three-game home stretch against strong opponents—the San Francisco 49ers, Denver Broncos, and Jacksonville Jaguars—that could determine their 2025 season trajectory. Despite a 2-4 start and a challenging schedule, Texans coach DeMeco Ryans emphasizes focusing solely on the upcoming 49ers game rather than the entire stretch. The Texans' defense ranks among the best in points allowed per game, but their offense has struggled significantly, hindered by issues in pass protection, run blocking, and the absence of key players like Joe Mixon. San Francisco's versatile use of Christian McCaffrey poses a complex challenge for Houston's defense, requiring a unified team effort to contain him. Historically, teams starting 2-4 have a slim 12% chance of making the playoffs, though recent seasons have seen several exceptions, keeping Houston's postseason hopes alive. Overall, the Texans must improve offensively to capitalize on their defensive strengths and remain competitive in the playoff race.