Texans Rally from 19 Points Down to Beat Jaguars 36-29

Houston, Texas, saw an electrifying NFL comeback on Sunday as the Houston Texans rallied from a 19-point deficit in the fourth quarter to defeat the Jacksonville Jaguars 36-29, improving their record to 4-5 and keeping their AFC playoff hopes alive. Backup quarterback Davis Mills, filling in for the concussed C.J. Stroud, threw for 292 yards and two touchdowns while adding a go-ahead 14-yard rushing score with 31 seconds remaining, marking the Texans' second-largest comeback in franchise history.

The Jaguars, who led 29-10 entering the final period, appeared poised for victory after a strong first half that included a 17-0 advantage. Jacksonville capitalized on Houston's early mistakes, such as a fumbled kickoff return and a punt return touchdown by Parker Washington. Running back Travis Etienne's six-yard touchdown run late in the third quarter gave the visitors a 98.4 percent win probability, according to ESPN analytics. However, the Texans' defense clamped down, forcing two three-and-outs, sacking quarterback Trevor Lawrence three times, and recovering a fumble. Defensive end Danielle Hunter tied a career high with 3.5 sacks, while Will Anderson Jr. and Sheldon Rankins...