In a hard-fought battle, the Houston Texans topped the Pittsburgh Steelers with a final score of 23-13 in Week 13 of the 2026 season. With playoff implications on the line, the Texans secured a crucial victory to bolster their postseason hopes while the Steelers struggled to find their rhythm. Aaron Rodgers led the Steelers' offense, throwing for 178 yards and one touchdown, but ultimately it was the Texans' Nico Collins who stole the spotlight with 82 receiving yards. Rico Dowdle contributed on the ground with 57 rushing yards, but the Steelers' attempts to establish a consistent offensive flow fell short against a determined Texans defense. Defensively, Jadeveon Clowney was a standout for Houston, racking up two sacks that disrupted Pittsburgh's passing game. The game's turning point came in the fourth quarter when Harrison Smith intercepted Rodgers, halting a potential scoring drive and allowing the Texans to maintain control of the game. DeShon Elliott led the Steelers in tackles with nine, but it wasn't enough to turn the tide in their favor as the Texans held firm for the win.