Monday Night Football: Texans rout Steelers 30-6 to advance to divisional round

The Houston Texans defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-6, marking their first road playoff win in franchise history and extending the Steelers' playoff win drought to nine seasons. The victory raises questions about the future of Steelers coach Mike Tomlin and quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The Texans, who advance to face the New England Patriots in the divisional round, secured the win with two second-half defensive touchdowns.

Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, despite committing three turnovers, led the team to outgain the Steelers 408 to 175 yards. Stroud completed 21-of-32 passes for 250 yards, a touchdown, and an interception. Christian Kirk stepped up in the absence of Nico Collins, who left with a concussion, by catching eight passes for 144 yards and a touchdown. Woody Marks contributed 112 rushing yards and a touchdown.

The Texans' defense effectively pressured Aaron Rodgers, sacking him four times and forcing key turnovers. Will Anderson's strip-sack led to Sheldon Rankins'