Houston Texans vs. Washington Commanders - Live Score

May 15, 2026 - 10:26

The Houston Texans held off the Washington Commanders in a hard-fought 20-17 victory on December 13, 2026. The game, played in front of a packed stadium, was defined by stout defensive stands and a late-game drive that sealed the win for Houston.

The first half was a chess match. Both offenses struggled to find rhythm against aggressive defensive fronts. Washington struck first with a field goal, but Houston answered with a touchdown late in the second quarter to take a 7-3 lead into halftime. The Commanders came out firing in the third, reclaiming the lead with a quick scoring drive. However, the Texans responded with a methodical possession that chewed up clock and ended with another touchdown, putting them ahead 14-10.

The fourth quarter saw the Commanders retake the lead with a touchdown pass, making it 17-14. With just over four minutes remaining, the Texans took over. Quarterback play was efficient, mixing short passes with timely runs. The drive stalled near midfield, but a critical third-down conversion kept the chains moving. Kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn then drilled a 48-yard field goal to tie the game at 17. On the ensuing possession, the Texans defense forced a quick three-and-out. Houston got the ball back with 1:45 on the clock. They moved into field goal range, and Fairbairn connected again from 42 yards as time expired, giving the Texans the 20-17 win.

The box score showed a game of field position. Houston's defense recorded two sacks and an interception. Washington's ground game was held to under 80 yards. The win improved the Texans' record, while the Commanders dropped a close one at home.