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Stroud’s touchdown powers Texans to 10-3 first-quarter lead

November 8, 2026 · 9:45 PM

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Houston leads after one quarter as C.J. Stroud throws a touchdown and the Chargers manage only a field goal.

Houston has built a 10-3 lead after one quarter with a touchdown and a field goal, while Los Angeles has kicked one field goal. C.J. Stroud has completed 7 of 10 passes for 68 yards and a touchdown, adding 12 rushing yards. Xavier Hutchinson caught the 29-yard touchdown, and Houston has totaled 93 yards and six first downs across three drives. The Chargers have 58 yards and three first downs; Justin Herbert is 4 of 7 for 39 yards, with Charlie Kolar leading Los Angeles receivers at 26 yards. Los Angeles is 0-7 and 31st in the power index, while the 2-5 Texans rank 17th.
Key Performers

C.J. Stroud, Texans: 7/10 passing, 68 yards, 1 TD; 12 rushing yards Xavier Hutchinson, Texans: 3 catches, 29 yards, 1 TD Justin Herbert, Chargers: 4/7 passing, 39 yards