In a tightly contested battle, the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Houston Texans 28-21 in Week 13 of the 2026 season. With both teams vying for playoff positioning, the stakes were high, but the Steelers managed to hold off a late-game push from the Texans to secure the win. Aaron Rodgers was the standout for Pittsburgh, throwing for three touchdowns and showcasing his veteran prowess. Meanwhile, Rico Dowdle contributed significantly on the ground, rushing for 93 yards, while C.J. Stroud put up 179 passing yards for Houston, with Keenan Allen leading the receiving corps with 87 yards. Defensively, T.J. Watt was a dominant force for the Steelers, recording 2.5 sacks that helped disrupt the Texans' rhythm. Jalen Ramsey added a crucial element to the secondary with two interceptions, turning the tide in Pittsburgh's favor. The game's turning point came late in the third quarter when Ramsey's second pick set up a touchdown that put the Steelers ahead for good.