NFL early slate: Jaguars vs. Texans score, highlights, news, inactives and live updates

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C.J. Stroud is looking for a statement win over the Jaguars in Week 12. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker) (ASSOCIATED PRESS)

The Houston Texans are a surprising entrant in the 2023 NFL playoff race thanks to C.J. Stroud. The No. 2 overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft looks like a strong building block, and has the Texans in contention.

But the Jacksonville Jaguars should present a massive test in Week 12. The Texans actually came out on top when the two teams squared off in Week 3, so Jacksonville will be more motivated than ever to shut Houston down.

A win could be massive for Houston’s playoff hopes. The Jaguars lead the AFC South with a 7-3 record entering Week 12. The Texans sit just behind them at 6-4. A Houston win would not only even things out in the division, but would also give the Texans advantage after sweeping the Jaguars in the regular season.

Which team will come out with a victory? Follow along as Yahoo Sports provides the latest news, scores and highlights from the early NFL slate in Week 12.