Texans vs. Chargers in Wild Card Matchup

The Houston Texans are set to face the Los Angeles Chargers in a Wild Card playoff matchup, marking their first postseason encounter. The Texans secured their playoff spot by clinching the AFC South title with a 20-12 victory over the Dolphins and ending the regular season with a 10-7 record. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders concluded their season with a 34-20 loss to the Chargers, finishing 4-13 overall and winless in their division. Although the Raiders struggled this season, they have identified their 2025 opponents, including all AFC South teams, which could provide easier matchups. The team's future under coach Antonio Pierce remains uncertain, but his efforts to maintain team morale amidst challenges have been notable.