The Arizona Cardinals faced the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX. The game took place on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The Texans won 40-20.

C.J. Stroud led the Texans with 260 passing yards and 3 touchdowns. Nico Collins added 85 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns. For the Cardinals, Trey McBride had 134 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns.

The Houston Texans took an early lead with 17 points in the first quarter, while the Arizona Cardinals stayed scoreless. The second quarter saw the Cardinals put 7 points on the board, but the Texans added 6 more to maintain their lead. By halftime, the Texans were ahead 23-7. In the third quarter, both teams scored a touchdown each. The Texans then pulled away in the fourth quarter, scoring 10 points, while the Cardinals only managed 6. The Texans’ balanced attack resulted in 399 total yards, with strong performances from C.J. Stroud and Nico Collins. The Cardinals had 307 total yards, led by Jacoby Brissett and Trey McBride.

Trey McBride was a standout player for the Arizona Cardinals. He caught 134 yards and scored two touchdowns. McBride’s efforts made him a key part of the Cardinals’ offense.

Jacoby Brissett also had a strong game for the Cardinals. He threw for 249 yards and three touchdowns. Brissett helped keep the Cardinals competitive with his performance.

For the Houston Texans, C.J. Stroud led the way. He passed for 260 yards and scored three touchdowns. Stroud’s play was crucial in the Texans’ win. Nico Collins also contributed with 85 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

What’s Next

The Houston Texans improved their record to 8-5 after defeating the Arizona Cardinals. This win places them second in the AFC South Division. The Texans have a strong division record of 4-1 and are on a five-game winning streak. The Arizona Cardinals now have a record of 3-10, placing them fourth in the NFC West Division. They have struggled in division games with a 0-5 record. The Cardinals have lost their last five games. In their head-to-head history, the Texans have consistently won against the Cardinals at NRG Stadium.

The Arizona Cardinals will play their next game at home against the Atlanta Falcons. This game is set for Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 4:05 PM at State Farm Stadium. The Cardinals will look to bounce back after their recent game against the Texans.

The Houston Texans will face the Las Vegas Raiders next. This game will be on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 4:25 PM at NRG Stadium. The Texans will aim to continue their winning momentum from their previous game.

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