J.J. Watt will get to call his second Houston Texans game of his rookie season in the broadcast booth, but this will be his first inside NRG Stadium where his name hangs in the Ring of Honor.

Dec 3, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) attempts to escape the grasp of Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) during the fourth quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images / Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

San Francisco fans seemed to flood NRG Stadium in a large showing for the Week 8 game, according to videos and photos shared on social media by local reporters and fans present at the stadium. The kickoff at Noon CT showed plenty of 49ers' scarlet and gold. Houston's "battle red" and "deep steel blue" was more scattered throughout the stadium.

The Texans face the 49ers in a virtual must-win game for their playoff hopes. We'll have updates and anlysis throughout the day from NRG Stadium.

Schultz leads the Texans with 32 catches and ranks second with 308 yards. The only other tight end on the active roster is Harrison Bryant. Cade Stover is on injured reserve with a broken foot and not back for at least a few more weeks.

The Houston Texans currently sit at 3-4 and are in third place in the AFC South. While that doesn’t exactly scream juggernaut, there are signs that this team could be a sleeping giant.

Preview the Denver Broncos' NFL week 9 matchup with the Texans, including betting odds, tips, trends, and game information.

The Baltimore Ravens (2-5) visit the Miami Dolphins (2-6) at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens for a Week 9 showdown, and USA TODAY's panel of NFL experts have locked in their picks and predictions for the action.