The No. 5 seed Los Angeles Chargers head to Texas to face the No. 4 seed Houston Texans in an AFC wild-card showdown as the NFL playoffs kick-off. This marks the first-ever playoff meeting between the two teams.
A Return to the Postseason
The Chargers are making their first playoff appearance since 2022 when they fell to the Jacksonville Jaguars in the wild-card round.
Led by quarterback Justin Herbert, Los Angeles boasts a high-powered offense. Herbert has had an impressive season, completing 332 of 504 passes for 3,870 yards, 23 touchdowns, and just three interceptions. Rookie wide receiver Ladd McConkey has been a key weapon for Herbert, recording 82 receptions for 1,149 yards and seven touchdowns.
The Texans, on the other hand, are back in the playoffs for the second straight year. Quarterback C.J. Stroud has been instrumental in their success, completing 336 of 532 passes for 3,727 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions over 17 games. Running back Joe Mixon has also been a major contributor, rushing for 1,016 yards and 11 touchdowns on 245 carries.
Game Information
- Matchup: Houston Texans vs. Los Angeles Chargers
- Start Time: 4:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. PT)
- Location: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas
- TV Channel: CBS (Ian Eagle, Charles Davis, Evan Washburn)
- Live Stream: Paramount+ or Fubo
Where to Watch
The game will air on CBS, with Ian Eagle providing play-by-play commentary, Charles Davis as the analyst, and Evan Washburn reporting from the sideline. For streaming, fans can tune into Paramount+ or Fubo, which offers a free trial and streams CBS, along with other networks covering NFL playoff action.
What to Expect
Both teams come into the game with strong offenses, but their contrasting strengths could make for an intriguing battle.
The Chargers will rely on Herbert’s precision passing and McConkey’s explosive playmaking, while the Texans will look to Stroud’s leadership and Mixon’s powerful ground game. With the stakes higher than ever, this wild-card matchup promises to deliver plenty of excitement.
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