The Los Angeles Chargers secured a decisive victory over the Houston Texans, winning 26-7 in Week 9 of the 2026 season. With this win, the Chargers solidified their standing as a formidable contender in the league, while the Texans struggled to find their rhythm on offense. Omarion Hampton was the standout on the ground for Los Angeles, rushing for an impressive 173 yards, which was key to controlling the tempo of the game. C.J. Stroud, although facing a tough Chargers defense, managed to throw for 139 yards and a touchdown for Houston, with Tank Dell leading the receiving corps with 73 yards. However, the Texans' offensive efforts fell short against the Chargers' dominant performance. Defensively, the Chargers were relentless, with Elijah Molden making a statement by intercepting four passes, completely shifting the momentum of the game. Tony Jefferson contributed with six total tackles, showing his prowess in stopping the run and applying pressure. The turning point came when Molden's first interception set up a scoring drive that extended the Chargers' lead, leaving the Texans unable to recover.