Overview
- The victory moved Houston to 11-5 with one game remaining on Jan. 4 against the Colts, with the AFC South race and final seeding still unsettled and ranging from No. 2 to No. 7.
- Ryans said the team earned its postseason spot through consistent work, highlighting a shared faith that he believes underpins the group’s mindset.
- He pinpointed the 36-29 rally over Jacksonville in Week 10, led by backup quarterback Davis Mills, as the game that flipped the season.
- Houston has won eight straight after opening 0-3, becoming just the seventh NFL team to reach the playoffs following such a start.
- Per NFL Plus, Ryans is one of six head coaches since 2000 to reach the playoffs in each of his first three seasons.