Overview
- Houston’s defense sacked Aaron Rodgers four times and returned two fourth‑quarter turnovers for touchdowns to break open a tight game.
- Aaron Rodgers finished 17 of 33 for 146 yards with a fumble and a pick‑six, marking his lowest playoff point output across 22 postseason games.
- Postgame, the 42‑year‑old said he will avoid an emotional decision about retirement and step away to evaluate his future after signing a one‑year deal this season.
- The victory was the Texans’ first road playoff win in franchise history, setting up a Divisional Round trip to the New England Patriots on Sunday.
- Pittsburgh’s season ends with a prolonged playoff win drought and renewed scrutiny of coach Mike Tomlin after a seventh straight postseason defeat.