The Denver Broncos remained No. 1 in the AFC with a win over Kansas City, and the Houston Texans can earn a spot with a win over the Chargers.

C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans have won six games in a row to move into the No. 7 spot in the AFC standings. At 9-5, Houston is still alive to win the AFC S

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Four Houston Texans players were selected for the 2026 NFL Pro Bowl on Tuesday. The list of Texans players includes linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, defensive end Will Anderson Jr., wide receiver Nico Collins, and cornerback Derek Stingley Jr.

The Houston Texans barely beat the Las Vegas Raiders 23-21 Sunday at NRG Stadium. This was supposed to be a tune up for the matchup with the Chargers next week because the Raiders have been among the worst teams in the NFL this season. But Sunday’s game was far from easy.

The Chargers' season came to a screeching stop in Houston last season. L.A. was riding a three-game winning streak but was overwhelmed in a lopsided, wild-card loss that marked the worst game of Herbert's career.

While they didn't get the desired result, the Las Vegas Raiders can take some pride in the level of energy and intensity shown in their 23-21 loss to the Houston Texans.

Will Anderson Jr., Nico Collins, Derek Stingley Jr., and Azeez Al-Shaair all made the Pro Bowl for the Houston Texans. The team also has three alternates.

Heading into Week 17, five spots in the AFC have already been solidified. The Denver Broncos, New England Patriots, Jacksonville Jaguars, Los Angeles Chargers and the Buffalo Bills have already punched a ticket to the postseason.