Houston Texans' defense, once considered among the NFL's elite, has shown significant vulnerability this season, according to a Houston Chronicle analysis published November 1, 2026.
Reporter Jonathan M. Alexander notes that opposing teams have studied Houston's schemes, leading to breakdowns such as a long run by New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo in the Giants' Week 7 overtime victory.
The article details how the Texans' defensive unit has struggled to maintain its previous dominance, with coaches acknowledging that "teams know us."
