# Houston Texans Power Rankings: Week 7 Consensus

> Houston Texans climb to 14th in consensus power rankings after London win.
- Title: Houston Texans Power Rankings: Week 7 Consensus | Shortify
- Summary: Houston Texans climb to 14th in consensus power rankings after London win. Houston Texans move up to 14th in consensus power rankings following back-to-back…
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- Source: Houston Texans On SI — https://si.com/nfl/texans/onsi/texans-week-7-consensus-power-rankings-things-trending-up-in-houston
- Published: 2026-10-20T18:47:35+00:00
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- Topics: houston texans, c.j. stroud, nfl, power rankings, consensus rankings, week 7, trade deadline, new york giants, sports
## Texans' recent turnaround
Houston Texans move from 0-4 to back-to-back wins after clutch victory in London.
## Sports Illustrated ranking
Sports Illustrated keeps Texans at 14th spot, focusing on trade deadline strategy for C.J. Stroud.
## NFL.com ranking
NFL.com ranks Texans 14th, up from 25th last week due to C.J. Stroud's near-MVP performance.
## ESPN ranking
ESPN places Texans at 16th, noting their lack of a run game despite strong passing attack.
## The Athletic ranking
The Athletic ranks Texans 17th, highlighting C.J. Stroud's fantasy scoring and contract discussions.
## CBS Sports ranking
CBS Sports ranks Texans 15th, acknowledging their defense needs improvement after london win.
## FOX Sports ranking
FOX Sports ranks Texans 19th, optimistic about playoff potential with current momentum.
## Trade deadline focus
Houston targets trade deals for running back help as C.J. Stroud enters MVP conversation.
## C.J. Stroud's performance
C.J. Stroud ranks second leaguewide in passing yards with 1,712 yards in recent games.
## Running game concerns
Texans average 84.8 rushing yards per game (25th) with 32 rushing first downs (tied 22nd).
## David Montgomery injury
Running back David Montgomery missed Week 6 due to groin injury, averaging career-low 2.7 yards per carry.
## London game impact
Houston Texans win 34-31 in london over Jacksonville Jaguars with C.J. Stroud's strong performance.
## Playoff potential
Houston Texans could become second team to start 0-4 and make playoffs with improved defense.
## Consensus view
Texans' turnaround seen as key to playoff success with C.J. Stroud leading the charge.
## Key takeaway

Houston Texans move up to 14th in consensus power rankings following back-to-back wins, with C.J. Stroud leading the team's turnaround.