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Texans vs Chargers: Close Battle for Playoff Spot
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In a high-stakes Saturday showdown, the Houston Texans and Los Angeles Chargers face off at SoFi Stadium. The Texans need a win to secure their third consecutive playoff spot, while the Chargers aim for the AFC West title with a victory and a Week eighteen win. Both teams boast impressive records, with the Texans winning ten of their last twelve games and the Chargers taking seven of their last eight. The game hinges on offenses breaking through elite defenses, with the Texans leading the league in points allowed and the Chargers ranking eighth. The Chargers Justin Herbert faces a tough test against the Texans ferocious pass rush, while the Texans C.J. Stroud struggles against zone coverage. The Chargers rookie running back Omarion Hampton could be the X factor, back from injury and forcing missed tackles at the leagues best rate. Expect a close battle, with the Chargers pulling out a revenge win, 24-20.
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