Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud was knocked unconscious after taking a brutal hit to his head by a Broncos defender.

The Denver Broncos (6-2) are set to go on the road to face the Houston Texans (3-4) in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, on Sunday, Nov. 2. A third Fairbairn field goal gives Houston a 9-7 lead over the Broncos.

Texans QB CJ Stroud hit his head hard on the turf after taking a massive hit by Broncos CB Kris Abrams-Draine in the second quarter on Sunday. Stroud was taken to the locker room for further evaluation.

C.J. Stroud is being evaluated for a concussion after leaving the game against the Denver Broncos with a head injury.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Michael Bandy muffs the punt in his own territory to set up the Houston Texans with great field position.

Marcedes Lewis was active for the Denver Broncos on Sunday against the Houston Texans, giving him a chance to make history.

Nix needs one passing touchdown to tie quarterback Carson Palmer for the 10th-most passing touchdowns by a player in his first 26 career games. Nix is coming off five furious quarters of play, but the Texans present a much stiffer challenge defensively than the previous two opponents.