Nfl Houston Texans Vs Las Vegas Raiders Apr 2026

The and Las Vegas Raiders last met on December 21, 2025, in a Week 16 nail-biter that saw the Texans edge out a 23-21 victory . While the Texans utilized the win to extend a seven-game winning streak, the Raiders provided an unexpectedly stiff challenge despite their struggling season. Game Recap: December 21, 2025

: Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty nearly single-handedly pulled off the upset. He recorded 128 rushing yards and a 60-yard touchdown reception, becoming one of the few players to score over 20 points against the Texans' elite scoring defense that season. 2025 Season Outcomes NFL Houston Texans Vs Las Vegas Raiders

The rivalry continued into the 2026 NFL Draft , where the two teams struck a major second-round trade. The and Las Vegas Raiders last met on

: Cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. set the tone early with a 31-yard interception return for a touchdown in the first quarter. Although the Houston defense was less dominant than usual, allowing over 300 total yards, they secured critical sacks from Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter to stall Raiders drives. He recorded 128 rushing yards and a 60-yard