How C.J. Stroud had 'one of his best games ever' despite not having Nico Collins

Despite missing his favorite target, C.J. Stroud arguably looked the most comfortable he's been in in a Texans uniform.

NFL Week 8 news, inactives, live updates from Sunday: A.J. Brown, Nico Collins out, Kirk Cousins to make first start since benching

Dallas is also coming off a dominating win over Washington, 44-22. Dak Prescott passed for 264 yards and touchdowns with no turnovers. Running back Javonte Williams added 116 rushing yards with a touchdown, while CeeDee Lamb had five receptions for 110 yards and a touchdown.
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Texans’ injury-riddled receiving corps turns to rookies Jaylin Noel, Jayden Higgins: ‘Full faith with them’

Texans are leaning on rookies Jaylin Noel and Jayden Higgins and Xavier Hutchinson with Nico Collins, Christian Kirk out

NFL Week 8 injury report: Latest updates on Lamar Jackson, Garrett Wilson, Nico Collins and more key players

We're not far from the midway point of the 2025 NFL season, with another full slate of matchups set to kick off Thursday. At this point in the schedule, winning games isn't the only challenge; so is staying healthy.

Stroud has season-high 318 yards passing with two TDs to lead the Texans over the 49ers 26-15

Expert recap and game analysis of the Houston Texans vs. San Francisco 49ers NFL game from October 26, 2025 on ESPN.
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Texans offense gets on track as 'Cyclone Season' overwhelms 49ers defense

Xavier Hutchinson, Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel provided Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud with the support he needed on Sunday afternoon
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