Texans return an Aaron Rodgers fumble for a TD, 17-6 lead

Texans return an Aaron Rodgers fumble for a TD, 17-6 lead

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The Houston Texans have intensified pressure on Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, sacking him three times and forcing a fumble. The fumble, caused by Will Anderson Jr., was recovered by defensive lineman Sheldon Rankins, who returned it 33 yards for a touchdown. This play extended the Texans' lead to 17-6 in the fourth quarter, with the Steelers managing only 149 yards of offense. Rodgers has completed 16 of 29 passes for 141 yards. Despite the Texans' 324 yards of total offense, turnovers by C.J. Stroud, including two lost fumbles and an interception, had previously kept the Steelers in contention.

Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/author/charean-williamson January 13, 2026
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