Texans at Vikings

Franchise Hub Beat · 1d ago

In a thrilling contest that came down to the wire, the Houston Texans narrowly defeated the Minnesota Vikings 26-24 in Week 11 of the 2028 season. Both teams were looking to solidify their playoff positioning, but it was the Texans who emerged victorious in a tightly contested battle.

Offensively, Jalen Milroe led the Texans with a stellar performance, throwing for 306 yards while connecting with Nico Collins for a remarkable 182 receiving yards. Ahmad Hardy contributed significantly on the ground, rushing for 87 yards, helping Houston maintain a balanced offensive attack. Despite a strong showing from the Vikings, particularly from Kyler Murray, who threw for three touchdowns, it wasn’t enough to clinch the win.

Defensively, the Texans were able to make crucial stops, with Kamari Lassiter leading the charge with eight total tackles. The turning point in the game came late in the fourth quarter when Houston's defense held the Vikings to a crucial three-and-out, allowing the Texans to retain possession and ultimately seal their victory. Minnesota's Andrew Van Ginkel was a standout with three sacks, but it was the Texans' timely defensive plays that made the difference in this closely fought matchup.