The Houston Texans (1-3) visit the Baltimore Ravens (1-3) this afternoon at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
The Ravens are reeling from injuries — most notably to quarterback Lamar Jackson, who has been ruled out with a hamstring injury. Veteran Cooper Rush steps in under center as Baltimore looks to steady itself after a shaky start.
The Ravens will also be without key defensive players Roquan Smith, Marlon Humphrey, Chidobe Awuzie, Patrick Ricard, and Emery Jones Jr., leaving major holes in both their front and secondary.
Houston enters off a strong offensive performance and will look to exploit those gaps, particularly through the ground game. Rookie running back Woody Marks had a breakout showing last week and could again be pivotal against a Baltimore defense ranked near the bottom of the league in rush yards allowed.
The Texans’ challenge will be depth on their own defensive line, with Denico Autry and Folorunso Fatukasi ruled out, testing their ability to pressure the quarterback and contain Baltimore’s short passing game.
Rush’s experience gives Baltimore stability, but the simplified offense he’ll run will need quick reads and rhythm throws to neutralize Will Anderson Jr. and Houston’s aggressive pass rush. If the Texans can control tempo with their run game and force turnovers, they have a strong chance to leave Baltimore with a second straight win.
Predictions
Baltimore is at a disadvantage without Jackson and with multiple defensive losses, but Cooper Rush has enough experience to keep them competitive. Houston is on the rise and should lean on Marks and strong defense. Expect the Texans to win a close one.
Projected Final Score: Texans 20, Ravens 17
Injury Report
Houston Texans
WR Nico Collins — Available (Knee)
S Jaylen Reed — Questionable (Knee)
CB Derek Stingley Jr. — Questionable (Oblique)
TE Harrison Bryant — Available (Shoulder)
DT Folorunso Fatukasi — Out (Shoulder)
DE Denico Autry — Questionable (Knee)
Baltimore Ravens
QB Lamar Jackson — Out (Hamstring)
CB Chidobe Awuzie — Out (Hamstring)
CB Marlon Humphrey — Out (Calf)
FB Patrick Ricard — Out (Calf)
LB Roquan Smith — Out (Hamstring)
OT Ronnie Stanley — Questionable (Ankle)
CB Nate Wiggins — Questionable (Elbow)
OLB Kyle Van Noy — Questionable (Hamstring)
DT Travis Jones — Questionable (Knee)
C Tyler Linderbaum — Available (recovered participation)
How to Watch Texans vs. Ravens
Kickoff for this afternoon’s game between the Texans and Ravens is set for 1:00 PM Eastern / 12:00 PM Central at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
The game airs live on CBS throughout most of Texas except for the Dallas metro area and the Baltimore-DC metro area west into Ohio.
So fans in those regions can tune in for free on their local CBS affiliate via antenna. CBS is also available at no additional cost through most cable, satellite, and live streaming packages.
Today’s game also streams live on the CBS and CBS Sports apps and websites.
If you’re a cordcutter without a livestreaming subscription, you can watch your regional broadcast for free by signing up for a trial with FuboTV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or DirecTV Stream.
YouTube TV also provides a 20-minute free preview without requiring registration.
Fans outside the regional broadcast areas can watch the game on YouTube’s NFL Sunday Ticket, starting at $34.50 per month.
Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens
Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM Eastern / 12:00 PM Central
Venue: M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD
TV: CBS
Streaming: CBS and CBS Sports apps and websites, Paramount+, Sling, NFL+
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