NFL Wildcard Round Winners and Losers

Texans' C.J. Stroud becomes just third NFL playoff QB in 33 years to pull off this impressive passing feat
The Houston Texans offense couldn't do much of anything during the first quarter and a half of play on Saturday against the Los Angeles Chargers, but C.J. Stroud ignited them late in the second quarter with a wild drive that saw him pull off a feat that has only been accomplished by two other quarterbacks over the past 33 years.
NFL Wild-Card Round Winners and Losers: C.J. Stroud, Texans Silence the Doubters
Houston was the most overlooked division champ heading into wild-card weekend, but Stroud and a dominant defense torched the Chargers for a statement upset. Plus, fans can get their popcorn ready for Lamar Jackson vs.
Texans QB C.J. Stroud makes NFL history in Wild Card victory over Chargers
Stroud, who guided the Texans to a 32-12 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday at NRG Stadium, became the sixth quarterback in league history to win playoff starts in each of his first two NFL seasons.
Stroud salvages busted play to give Texans momentum in wild-card playoff win over Chargers
The Houston Texans were trailing 6-0 and facing third-and-16 from their 17 late in the first half of their wild-card playoff game against the Los Angeles Chargers when quarterback C.J.
What We Learned in NFL Wild-Card Round: Quarterback Narratives Can Change Quickly
Los Angeles is loaded with young skill players and pass rushers, and still has enough veteran leadership left over from the 2021 Super Bowl–winning squad. Throw in a proven quarterback in Stafford and a creative play-caller in Sean McVay, and the Rams have the ingredients to get to another Super Bowl.
Texans X-factor vs. Chiefs in 2025 NFL Playoffs, and it's not CJ Stroud
If the Texans beat the Chiefs, it will be because of Nico Collins not CJ Stroud especially after his dominant Wild Card performance.
C.J. Stroud, Texans Defense Energize NFL Fans in Wild Card Win vs. Herbert, Chargers
The Houston Texans' defense stepped up on Saturday. C.J. Stroud and the Texans overcame a slow start to take down the Los Angeles Chargers by the final
NFL News: CJ Stroud reveals Texans' key to win against the Chargers in the playoffs
After delivering an outstanding performance in the NFL Wild Card round, Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud shared the key behind the remarkable comeback victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.
P&P: What stood out from Texans' wild-card win against Chargers
Despite being three-point underdogs at home, the Texans upset the Los Angeles Chargers in the wild-card round of the playoffs Saturday. Payne and Pendergast go over what stood out from the game.
Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud joins elite exclusive club following playoff win over Chargers
T he Houston Texans are advancing to the divisional round of the NFL playoffs for the second straight year after a dominant win 32-12 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. The Texans
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Ex-Rancho Cucamonga star Stroud joins exclusive company with NFL playoff win vs. Chargers
Since entering the NFL, former Rancho Cucamonga High School star C.J. Stroud has quickly catapulted into being a top ...
Chiefs News: Travis Kelce warns CJ Stroud's Texans, rest of the NFL ahead of Super Bowl push
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NFL QB power rankings: Is Lamar Jackson or Josh Allen top remaining quarterback?
Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen both played at an MVP level in 2024. Are they the best remaining playoff QBs, or does Patrick ...
Texans waive former Ravens WR Diontae Johnson ahead of playoff game vs. Chiefs
The Houston Texans are heading to Kansas City to face the Chiefs in the AFC Divisional Round, and they'll do so without Diontae Johnson after waiving the former Ravens wide receiver. The #Texans have ...