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Seven AFC games (and a bonus) for Texans fans to watch closely during the bye week

Even on a bye week, the Houston Texans could benefit from several outcomes across the AFC if they were to happen this afternoon…

By Clayton Anderson · Toro Times

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 1:19 PM

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Writer Clayton Anderson details seven Week 8 AFC games that could benefit the Houston Texans during their bye week.
The writer argues Houston's most realistic playoff route is contending for the AFC's sixth or seventh seed.
Anderson roots for upsets including the Colts over the Jaguars and the Dolphins over the Patriots.

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Clayton Anderson of Toro Times breaks down several Week 8 matchups that could assist the Houston Texans' playoff push during their bye week. Having opened the campaign with an 0-4 record, Houston's best path to a postseason berth would likely involve chasing a sixth or seventh wild-card seed as rival contenders drop games.

Anderson recommends Texans fans cheer for the Colts, Steelers, Bills, Jets, Titans, Dolphins, and Broncos to optimize AFC playoff seeding. An honorable mention NFC matchup also highlights rooting for the Arizona Cardinals to defeat the Dallas Cowboys.

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