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Texans surge after bye: Stroud’s 5 TDs, defense’s 8 sacks bury winless Chargers

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Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Jayne Kamin-Oncea)

HOUSTON — The Houston Texans got another huge game from C.J. Stroud and their beleaguered defense stepped up to get a victory over the winless Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.

Stroud continued his strong play by throwing for 384 yards and tying a career high with five touchdown passes in the 44-22 rout . It’s Houston’s third win in four games after opening the season 0-4.

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