Houston Texans Aim for Historic Start Against Undefeated Minnesota Vikings

The Houston Texans are poised to achieve their best start since 2012 if they can overcome the formidable Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium this Sunday. The Texans have shown significant growth under a new era of leadership, with quarterback C.J. Stroud proving his mettle on the field, despite some offensive challenges in their recent matchup against the Chicago Bears.

Nico Collins, a key player for the Texans, currently leads the NFL with 252 receiving yards over the first two games of the season. His consistent performance has been pivotal for the team’s early success. The upcoming game will test both team’s defenses, showcasing two of the league’s top front sevens. Minnesota currently leads in sacks, with the Texans close behind in second place.

Last week, both teams backed their wins with two interceptions, marking them as defensive powerhouses in the league. Sunday’s matchup is expected to be competitive, as both the Texans and the Vikings bring formidable defenses to Minneapolis.

The Texans’ lineup will be without running back Joe Mixon, who is sidelined due to an ankle injury, alongside other notable absentees including Dameon Pierce and offensive lineman Jarrett Patterson. On the other side, the Vikings will miss wide receiver Jordan Addison, linebacker Dallas Turner, and linebacker Ivan Pace Jr., who are all out for Sunday’s game.

The game is scheduled to kick off at 12 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on CBS, with Ian Eagle providing the play-by-play, alongside analysts Charles Davis and sideline reporter Evan Washburn.

Fans looking to stream the game can access it on FuboTV. The U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis is set to host what promises to be an exciting Week 3 matchup.