Dylan Horton earned a spot on Houston’s 53-man roster after a healthy, productive offseason. He called the moment a blessing to join this defensive line and shared the milestone with family, a personal moment that underscored his commitment to the group.

The Houston Texans narrowly defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 23-20 in a closely contested AFC South matchup, following a disappointing loss to the Tennessee Titans. Despite their victory, the Texans' defense struggled to meet expectations, allowing the Jaguars to convert on third downs and needing a strong performance from Derek Stingley Jr. to secure an interception.

A significant moment in the game involved a controversial hit by linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair on Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence, which led to ejections and Al-Shaair's subsequent suspension.

Defensive player grades revealed standout performances from Will Anderson Jr. and Azeez Al-Shaair, while Jeff Okudah received the lowest grade, indicating areas for improvement as the Texans move forward in the season.