Texans run past Chargers 41-29, ding LA's playoff hopes

Houston Texans' Jonathan Owens (36) is lifted up by Desmond King II (25) after recovering a fumble by the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws a pass against the Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)

Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (28) celebrates after running for a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Houston Texans' Nico Collins (12) celebrates after making a touchdown catch against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (12) catches a pass for a touchdown as Los Angeles Chargers' Chris Harris Jr. (25) and Nasir Adderley (24) defend during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)

Los Angeles Chargers running back Justin Jackson (22) leaps into the end zone for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Houston Texans defensive end Charles Omenihu (94) celebrates after sacking Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)

Houston Texans wide receiver Chris Conley (18) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers' Asante Samuel Jr. after catching a pass during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)