Jaguars vs. Texans Live Game Thread

Get all the latest regular season action with our Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans live game updates thread.

Nov 26, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Peterson applauds the fans as he walks off the field after defeating the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images / Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

HOUSTON, Tex. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars are looking to end their winless drought to the start the season, traveling to NRG Stadium to face an AFC South rival in the Houston Texans.

Remember the rule of five. The game is over if the Jacksonville Jaguars win that key statistical battle. For those who don't remember it, it has to do with sacks and turnovers. If the Jaguars have three sacks and give up two, they are plus one. They are plus three if they get four turnovers and give up only one. That would give them a plus-four for the day. They want to get to a plus-five ratio every game. On average, teams that reach the rule of five scenarios win 91 percent of their NFL games.

This game is a must-win for head coach Doug Pederson and Co., or the consequences could be dire. The Jaguars need to rebound after an abysmal 47-10 blowout against the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football.

The offense is looking to find its footing, and confidence, against stout Texans defense and dangerous pass rush. The offensive line has struggled, so keep an eye on the matchups on the edges in this contest. Specifically Will Anderson Jr.

The Jaguars defensive front has struggled rushing the passer and a formidable Texans offensive line will prove to be a tough challenge.

Our Jaguars On SI beat writer John Shipley predicted a 27-13 Texans victory.

"The Jaguars' offense has had brilliant stretches in the past under head coach Doug Pederson and offensive coordinator Press Taylor, but the first three weeks have likely been the worst stretch of football under the pair," Shipley wrote. "The Texans have been far from the dominant team that so many expected in 2024, but they have done enough to be considered strong favorites in the AFC South in 2024. The Jaguars were in their seat before and saw what the pressure of expectations can do. It is too early to see if the Texans crack, but even at this level of the season they are playing well enough to be a tough out each weekend.

"On the field, the Texans' pass-rush is the biggest mismatch. The Texans have the NFL's best pass-rush duo in Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson Jr., and the Jaguars' offensive tackle duo of Anton Harrison and Cam Robinson has been arguably the team's weakest link. Despite the must-win scenario, this just seems like a Texans win."

Here's how you can watch today's contest:

TV: CBS

Venue: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas

Kickoff: 1 P.M. EST

Catch the Jaguars Week 4 game locally on CBS (WJAX). CBS broadcast talent includes Andrew Catalon (Play-by-Play), Tiki Barber (Analyst), Jason McCourty (Analyst), AJ Ross (Sideline). If you are out of market, you can still watch the Jaguars play the Texans on NFL+.

Radio: 1010 AM/92.5 FM Jax Sports Radio

You can listen to the game on 1010 AM and 92.5 FM Jax Sports Radio, the official Jaguars radio network partner. Radio talent includes Frank Frangie (play-by-play), Jeff Lageman (analyst), Tony Boselli (analyst) and Bucky Brooks (field analyst).

We'll be keeping you posted with live updates throughout the contest.

START OF THE FIRST QUARTER:

SCORING UPDATE NO. 1: Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence connects with wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. for a 2-yard touchdown. Extra point attempt is GOOD. Jaguars lead, 7-0.

SCORING UPDATE NO. 2: Texans' Stefon Diggs rushes for a six-yard touchdown. Extra point attempt is GOOD. Score is tied, 7-7.

PENALTY: Illegal formation against the Jaguars.

PENALTY: False start against the Jaguars.

SCORING UPDATE NO. 3: Jaguars' Cam Little converts on 41-yard field goal attempt. Jaguars lead, 10-7.

END OF FIRST QUARTER: Jaguars lead, 10-7.

PENALTY: False start against the Texans.

PENALTY: Holding against the Jaguars.

PENALTY: Illegal man downfield against the Texans.

SCORING UPDATE NO. 4: Texans' CJ Stroud connects with Nico Collins for a 3-yard touchdown. Extra point attempt is GOOD. Texans lead, 14-10.

SCORING UPDATE NO. 5: Jaguars' Cam Little converts on 52-yard field goal attempt. Texans lead, 14-13.

PENALTY: Holding against the Texans.

2-MINUTE WARNING

PENALTY: Holding against the Texans.

TIMEOUT: Texans use their first timeout of the half.

TIMEOUT: Texans use their second timeout of the half.

TIMEOUT: Jaguars use their first timeout of the half.

SCORING UPDATE NO. 6: Ka'imi Fairbairn's 30-yard field goal attempt is GOOD. Texans lead, 17-13.

END OF THE FIRST HALF: Texans lead, 17-13.

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For our Jaguars on SI Beat Writer John Shipley's halftime thoughts, CLICK HERE.

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START OF THE THIRD QUARTER:

CHALLENGE/TIMEOUT: Texans lose a timeout after a call withstands challenge review.

SCORING UPDATE NO. 7: Trevor Lawrence connects with Christian Kirk for an 8-yard touchdown. Extra point attempt is GOOD. Jaguars lead, 20-17.

END OF THIRD QUARTER: Jaguars lead, 20-17.

START OF THE FOURTH QUARTER:

TURNOVER: Trevor Lawrence rushes and is stopped short on fourth-and-goal. Texans take over on their own 1.

PENALTY: Holding against the Texans.

TIMEOUT: Jaguars use their first timeout of the half.

2-MINUTE WARNING

TIMEOUT: Jaguars use their second timeout of the half.

TIMEOUT: Jaguars use their third and final timeout of the half.

SCORING UPDATE NO. 8: CJ Stroud connects with Dare Ogunbowale for a 1-yard touchdown. Extra point attempt is GOOD. Texans lead, 24-20.

FINAL: Texans defeat the Jaguars, 24-20.

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