Texans Triumph Over 49ers at Reliant Stadium
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Reliant Stadium
Houston Texans 26, San Francisco 49ers 15, final. Our NFL picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won San Francisco 49ers vs Houston Texans?
Houston Texans beat San Francisco 49ers 26-15 at Reliant Stadium on October 26, 2025.
In a notable NFL matchup, the Houston Texans secured a decisive victory over the San Francisco 49ers, finishing the game with a score of 26-15 at Reliant Stadium. This result adds to the Texans' home record, which now stands at 3-4 for the season, while the 49ers fall to 5-4 overall.
The Texans entered this game with a recent record of 4-6 over their last ten games, having lost their previous match against the Seattle Seahawks 19-27. Their scoring average during this stretch was 19.1 points per game, while they allowed an average of 17.2 points. In contrast, the 49ers had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, riding a one-game winning streak after defeating the Atlanta Falcons 20-10. They averaged 22.0 points scored per game but struggled defensively, allowing an average of 25.4 points.
At home, the Texans displayed a mixed performance with a record of 2-2, while their away record was 2-4. Their last five games showed a slight improvement, with an average of 23.6 points scored and 14.8 points allowed. On the other hand, the 49ers had a balanced away record of 3-3, with their last five games yielding an average of 20.4 points scored and 20.8 points allowed.
Historically, this fixture has seen the Texans and 49ers face off multiple times, but specific details about previous meetings were not provided in the block. The current injury situation for both teams played a significant role in the matchup. The Texans had several players on injured reserve, including Sam Hagen, Braden Smith, and Tank Dell, while Brevin Jordan and Jadeveon Clowney were listed as questionable. The 49ers also faced injury concerns, with key players like Sam Okuayinonu, Kyle Juszczyk, Nick Bosa, Mike Evans, and George Kittle marked as questionable.
The betting market had priced the Texans' win probability at 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory at home. The conditions for the game were not detailed, but Reliant Stadium typically provides a favorable environment for home teams.
Viewers should have watched for the Texans' ability to capitalize on their home advantage, as well as how the 49ers managed their injury issues throughout the game. The Texans' performance in this match could signal a positive shift in their season as they look to build momentum moving forward.
Injury report
- Sam HagenInjured ReserveUndisclosedHouston Texans
- Braden SmithInjured ReserveFootHouston Texans
- Brevin JordanQuestionableKneeHouston Texans
- Jadeveon ClowneyQuestionableAnkleHouston Texans
- Tank DellInjured ReserveKnee - ACL + MCLHouston Texans
- Sam OkuayinonuQuestionableFootSan Francisco 49ers
- Kyle JuszczykQuestionableFingerSan Francisco 49ers
- Nick BosaQuestionableKnee - ACLSan Francisco 49ers
- Mike EvansQuestionableGroinSan Francisco 49ers
- George KittleQuestionableAchillesSan Francisco 49ers
Leaders
- Passing yardsC.J. Stroud30/39, 318 YDS, 2 TD, 1 INTHouston Texans
- Rushing yardsWoody Marks11 CAR, 62 YDSHouston Texans
- Receiving yardsXavier Hutchinson5 REC, 69 YDS, 1 TDHouston Texans
- Passing yardsMac Jones19/32, 193 YDS, 2 TD, 1 INTSan Francisco 49ers
- Rushing yardsChristian McCaffrey8 CAR, 25 YDSSan Francisco 49ers
- Receiving yardsJauan Jennings4 REC, 45 YDSSan Francisco 49ers
Recent form
Houston Texans
Last 10: 4-6Streak L119.1 scored · 17.2 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L19-27at Seattle SeahawksOct 21
- W44-10at Baltimore RavensOct 5
- W26-0vs Tennessee TitansSep 28
- L10-17at Jacksonville JaguarsSep 21
- L19-20vs Tampa Bay BuccaneersSep 15
- L9-14at Los Angeles RamsSep 7
- W23-14at Tennessee TitansJan 5
- L2-31vs Baltimore RavensDec 25
- L19-27at Kansas City ChiefsDec 21
- W20-12vs Miami DolphinsDec 15
San Francisco 49ers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W122 scored · 25.4 allowed per game3-3 away
- W20-10vs Atlanta FalconsOct 20
- L19-30at Tampa Bay BuccaneersOct 12
- W26-23at Los Angeles RamsOct 3
- L21-26vs Jacksonville JaguarsSep 28
- W16-15vs Arizona CardinalsSep 21
- W26-21at New Orleans SaintsSep 14
- W17-13at Seattle SeahawksSep 7
- L24-47at Arizona CardinalsJan 5
- L34-40vs Detroit LionsDec 31
- L17-29at Miami DolphinsDec 22
Standings
| Team | Lost | Points against | Points for | Tied | Win % | Won | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 0 | 30 | 74 | 0 | 1.000 | 3 | 3-0 |
| San Francisco | 1 | 48 | 72 | 0 | .667 | 2 | 2-1 |
| Arizona | 3 | 123 | 108 | 0 | .250 | 1 | 1-3 |
| Seattle | 2 | 45 | 32 | 1 | .167 | 0 | 0-2-1 |
| Jacksonville | 1 | 54 | 60 | 0 | .667 | 2 | 2-1 |
| Tennessee | 1 | 53 | 53 | 0 | .667 | 2 | 2-1 |
| Indianapolis | 2 | 72 | 35 | 1 | .167 | 0 | 0-2-1 |
| Houston | 3 | 65 | 40 | 0 | .000 | 0 | 0-3 |
Box score
| Stat | San Francisco 49ers | Houston Texans |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 12 | 23 |
| First downs passing | 10 | 16 |
| First downs rushing | 2 | 6 |
| First downs by penalty | 0 | 1 |
| Third downs | 3-9 | 9-16 |
| Fourth downs | 0-1 | 1-1 |
| Offensive plays | 44 | 75 |
| Total yards | 223 | 475 |
| Yards per play | 5.1 | 6.3 |
| Drives | 9 | 10 |
| Net passing yards | 175 | 318 |
| Completions | 19/32 | 30/39 |
| Yards per pass | 5.1 | 8.2 |
| Interceptions thrown | 1 | 1 |
| Sacks allowed | 2-18 | 0-0 |
| Rushing yards | 48 | 157 |
| Rushing attempts | 10 | 36 |
| Yards per rush | 4.8 | 4.4 |
| Red zone trips | 2-2 | 1-5 |
| Penalties | 4-30 | 8-55 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 0 |
| Defensive touchdowns | 0 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 18:38 | 41:22 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Houston Texans, below favours San Francisco 49ers.
Venue
- Reliant StadiumHouston, TX
- Attendance70581
- OfficialsGreg Bradley, Paul King, Dale Shaw, Alan Eck, David Oliver, Nathan Jones, Grantis Bell
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