The Denver Broncos squeaked by the Houston Texans on the leg of Wil Lutz, who nailed a 34-yard field goal to secure the 18-15 win. After dropping 44 points on the Cowboys, the Broncos’ offense came crashing down to earth with questionable decisions and execution all around, but the defense stepped up big to keep them in the game.

The Houston Texans and Denver Broncos face off in Week 9 of the NFL regular season. Here's where to watch and the start time.

The Broncos defeated the Texans when Wil Lutz kicked a game-winning field goal as time expired. Denver's now 7-2. After stalling near midfield, the Broncos punted and Houston took over at its own 13-yard line with 1:14 remaining in the game. Denver promptly forced a three-and-out, and the Broncos will now get the ball back.

Nov 2, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Denver Broncos safety Talanoa Hufanga (9) and Denver Broncos linebacker Dre Greenlaw (57) celebrate after a play during the first half against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. / Sean Thomas-Imagn Images

The Denver Broncos (6-2) visit the Houston Texans (3-4) at NRG Stadium in Houston for a Week ... Denver's Week 8 victory might've been its most complete game. Points will be at a premium in this one. But does the Broncos' offense travel?

In a brutal defensive battle, the Denver Broncos and Houston Texans dominated defensively all game long. Bo Nix and the offense was frustratingly inefficient with more three-and-outs than one could reasonably track during the game.

Wil Lutz hit a 34-yard game-winning FG to beat the Houston Texans 18-15.

The Denver Broncos are at NRG Stadium to throw down with the Houston Texans. With about 90 minutes until kickoff, the Broncos released their list of inactive players for this game.