Despite being one of the most banged-up teams in the NFL, San Francisco sits tied atop the NFC West with the Seahawks and the Rams. A big reason is the play of Jones under center. The veteran has resurrected his career in leading San Francisco forward despite injuries to a laundry list of players including Brock Purdy, Brandon Aiyuk, and Nick Bosa.

HOUSTON – Derek Stingley Jr. lined up across from Seattle Seahawks star wide receiver Jaxon Smith just four times Monday night. That was his coverage assignment, and the Texans All-Pro cornerback emphasized he always does what he’s coached to do, not simply what he feels like doing.

C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans offense had few answers for the Seattle Seahawks defense on Monday night. Houston managed just 254 total yards and scored just one offensive touchdown in the 27-19 defeat. A bulk of the yards came in the fourth quarter when the Texans attempted to claw back into the game.

The Seattle Seahawks (5-2) triumphed 27-19 over the Houston Texans (2-4) in a game that wasn't as close as the scoreboard indicated. Seattle struggled to get out of their own way, committing four turnovers -- their most in a game since 2020.

The Houston Texans have the No. 1 defense in the NFL. Inside their mindset and what it's like to face a team that can beat you in many ways.

NFL Week 8 odds, picks, predictions, TV channel, streaming information for the Sunday football game between San Francisco 49ers and Houston Texans.

Not only is Christian Kirk still dealing with his lingering hamstring injury to keep him out of their prior showing vs. the Seattle Seahawks, but star wideout Nico Collins is likely to be out at least one game due to the concussion he suffered on Monday as well.

The Houston Texans will be without Nico Collins for Sunday's game against the San Francisco 49ers. Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel must step up.