The Houston Texans triumphed over the Tennessee Titans with a close score of 16-13, securing their second victory of the season series. The game took place on Sunday, November 16, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Davis Mills showcased his skills by passing for 274 yards and throwing a touchdown. The decisive moment came when Matthew Wright nailed a 35-yard field goal as time expired, marking his third field goal of the day. With this win, the Texans improved their record to .500, achieving their third victory in four games.
Despite being without key players such as quarterback CJ Stroud, safety Jalen Pitre, and kicker Ka”imi Fairbairn, the Texans managed to extend their winning streak over the Titans in Nashville to five games.
The game featured a matchup between the NFL”s least effective offense, the Titans, and the league”s top defense, known for allowing the fewest yards and points. Rookie Cam Ward led the Titans on a 95-yard drive, completing a 4-yard touchdown pass to Van Jefferson with 1:35 remaining, tying the game after interim coach Mike McCoy opted for the extra point.
However, Mills quickly moved the Texans into scoring position, highlighted by a crucial 17-yard completion to Nico Collins on third-and-16. The Texans” defense pressured Ward throughout the game, recording three sacks and forcing a fumble that Will Anderson Jr. recovered.
Mills connected with Collins for a 3-yard touchdown midway through the third quarter, which ultimately put the Texans in the lead for good. Wright also converted field goals of 41 and 43 yards earlier in the game.
The Titans welcomed back several starters, including three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, outside linebacker Arden Key, and wide receiver Calvin Ridley. Unfortunately, Ridley was injured on his first play, suffering a broken fibula, as confirmed by McCoy after the game. Simmons contributed to the Titans” defensive effort, recording one of their four sacks, which helped keep the game competitive late.
The Texans faced some challenges early, as Wright missed a 31-yard field goal attempt that hit the right upright. A controversial roughness penalty on Simmons gave Houston another chance, but linebacker Cody Barton sacked Mills on fourth-and-goal from the Titans” 1-yard line, ending that drive.
In a further blow to the Titans, rookie Chimere Dike, who leads the NFL in all-purpose yards, suffered a concussion after muffing a punt just before halftime and was taken to the locker room.
This thrilling victory not only highlights the Texans” resilience but also their ability to perform under pressure, setting the stage for their upcoming challenges.
