Even without Patrick Surtain II, the Denver Broncos' defense still has plenty of pieces to be a threat to the Houston Texans, and they proved that by essentially shutting down the Dallas Cowboys, who have been a top-three offense in the NFL.

How to watch, listen to and live stream the Broncos’ Week 9 road matchup against the Houston Texans on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025.

The Denver Broncos (6-2) put together their first complete game of the season, thrashing the visiting Dallas Cowboys (3-4-1) 44-24. The Broncos remain atop the AFC West, a game ahead of the Los Angeles Chargers.

Houston Texans Injury Report Update: FB Jakob Johnson (hamstring) has been downgraded to out for Week 9 against the Denver Broncos. Johnson, the Texans' fullback/tight end signed onto the active roster from the practice squad earlier this season, has been out of the fold for the past four games with a hamstring injury.

The AFC West-leading Broncos (6-2) head to Houston to battle the Texans (3-4) and their top-ranked defense, and Denver will aim to earn its third consecutive road win.

The Denver Broncos and Houston Texans will square off in an AFC matchup on Sunday. The Broncos will look to get their first win in Houston in six years, as they try to stay on top in the AFC West.

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