Houston
Texans
9-2
37
FINAL
14
Pittsburgh
Steelers
6-5
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a commanding performance, the Houston Texans topped the Pittsburgh Steelers 37-14 in Week 13 of the 2026 season. With playoff positioning on the line, the Texans showcased their offensive firepower, while the Steelers struggled to keep pace throughout the game.
Quarterback Sam Darnold led the charge for Houston, throwing for 291 yards and two touchdowns, demonstrating precision and poise in the pocket. Keaton Mitchell bolstered the ground game with a standout performance, rushing for 111 yards, while Hunter Henry was a key target, racking up 118 receiving yards. Together, they formed a dynamic trio that kept the Steelers' defense on its heels.
Defensively, the Texans made crucial plays, highlighted by Nohl Williams' interception that shifted momentum in their favor. The turning point came in the second quarter when Williams picked off a pass that led to a quick touchdown, extending Houston's lead to 24-7. Despite a solid effort from Alex Singleton, who recorded five tackles and a sack for Pittsburgh, the Texans' defense effectively contained the Steelers, ensuring a comfortable victory.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Darnold | QB | 26 | 21 | 81% | 291 | 2 | 1 | 122.9 |
| Josh Allen | QB | 29 | 14 | 48% | 210 | 2 | 4 | 55.8 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keaton Mitchell | HB | 17 | 111 | 6.5 | 24 | 2 | 65 | 0 |
| Jaylen Warren | HB | 7 | 55 | 7.9 | 12 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Ladd McConkey | WR | 1 | 2 | 2.0 | — | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Sam Darnold | QB | 2 | -2 | -1.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter Henry | TE | 8 | 118 | 14.8 | 60 | 1 | 32 | 0 |
| Ja'Kobi Lane | WR | 7 | 86 | 12.3 | 29 | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| Rashod Bateman | WR | 2 | 64 | 32.0 | 21 | 1 | 35 | 0 |
| Ladd McConkey | WR | 4 | 60 | 15.0 | 7 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| Sam LaPorta | TE | 4 | 54 | 13.5 | 19 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| Jaylen Warren | HB | 4 | 31 | 7.8 | 37 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| Keaton Mitchell | HB | 2 | 27 | 13.5 | 16 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| Jake Tonges | TE | 1 | 22 | 22.0 | — | 1 | 22 | 0 |
| Mack Hollins | WR | 1 | 22 | 22.0 | 2 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| Jauan Jennings | WR | 1 | 9 | 9.0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| Courtland Sutton | WR | 1 | 8 | 8.0 | — | 0 | 8 | 1 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Singleton | MIKE | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Camryn Bynum | FS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kyle Hamilton | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Isaiah Simmons | FS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Nohl Williams | CB | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Cam Hart | CB | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Derwin James Jr | SS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Cooper DeJean | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lonnie Johnson Jr | FS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Devin Lloyd | WILL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jeremy Chinn | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Amik Robertson | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Derek Stingley Jr | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Kader Kohou | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Akeem Davis-Gaither | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laiatu Latu | LEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Osa Odighizuwa | DT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joshua Karty | K | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Bryce Baringer | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chad Ryland | K | 1 | 1 | 2 | 33 |
| Bradley Pinion | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |

