In a tightly contested matchup, the Houston Texans topped the Indianapolis Colts 29-21 in Week 3 of the 2026 season. Both teams were looking to secure a pivotal victory, but it was the Texans who ultimately emerged victorious, improving their record in the early stages of the season. Houston's offense was led by a strong performance from Joe Mixon, who rushed for 95 yards, continually pushing the Texans downfield. Daniel Jones of the Colts put up a commendable effort, throwing for 205 yards and one touchdown, but it was not enough to secure the win. The receiving corps also shined, with Keenan Allen leading the Colts with 73 receiving yards, keeping his team competitive throughout the game. On the defensive side, the Texans made the crucial plays that turned the tide in their favor. Henry To'oTo'o led the way with nine total tackles, while Sheldon Rankins recorded two sacks, applying constant pressure on the Colts' quarterback. However, it was Kamari Lassiter's two interceptions that served as the game's turning point, snuffing out critical drives and allowing Houston to maintain their lead in the final moments of the contest.