The Houston Texans (2-3) face the Seattle Seahawks (4-2) at Lumen Field in the second of tonight’s Week 7 Monday Night Football doubleheader.
Houston arrives after a two-game win streak and a bye week, aiming to regain momentum and climb back in the AFC mix. Meanwhile, Seattle is looking to consolidate its position in the NFC West and improve its home record (1-2 at Lumen Field) before its Week 8 bye.
Seattle’s offense has found rhythm behind quarterback Sam Darnold, who has continued the success he built last season in Minnesota. Darnold has completed over 70% of his passes for 1,541 yards and 11 touchdowns through six games. His chemistry with Jaxon Smith-Njigba has been the engine of Seattle’s passing attack — the third-year wideout leads the NFL in receiving yards (696) and averages more than 16 yards per catch, with a 35-plus-yard reception in every game this season.
4 Things to Watch
Texans’ elite defense vs. Seahawks’ offense
Houston’s defense is among the NFL’s best, allowing just about 12 points per game and ranked third in yards allowed per game (265.8). The Texans will challenge Seattle’s passing game and look to generate turnovers and explosive stops.
Seahawks’ pass rush vs. Texans’ protection
Seattle’s defense boasts strong pressure rates and sack totals, while Houston’s offensive line has been vulnerable. QB C.J. Stroud will need time and poise to avoid negative plays and keep the offense moving.
Houston’s rushing attack vs. Seahawks’ run defense
The Texans have emphasized the ground game recently, but Seattle’s run defense allows under 80 rushing yards per game — one of the stingiest marks in the league. How Houston balances run and pass will matter.
Momentum and special-teams/late-game execution
As a primetime matchup, this game may hinge on key plays — a missed field goal, turnover, or special-teams swing. The Texans must sustain drives. Seattle must capitalize on home field and edge situations.
Injury Report
Houston Texans
QB Graham Mertz
RB Dameon Pierce
WR Christian Kirk
OG Jarrett Kingston
OT Trent Brown
DE Darrell Taylor
Seattle Seahawks
QB Jalen Milroe
TE Nick Kallerup
OT Mason Richman
LB Derick Hall
LB Jared Ivey
DB Devon Witherspoon
S Julian Love
Predictions
This is a tightly matched game, but Seattle holds the slight edge thanks to home field and a complete offensive toolbox. But Houston’s defense is elite enough to keep this game close. If the Texans’ offense can avoid big mistakes and stay balanced, they have a chance, but this game leans Seahawks.
Projected Final Score: Seahawks 24, Texans 20
How to Watch Texans vs. Seahawks
Kickoff for tonight’s Monday Night Football game between the Houston Texans and Seattle Seahawks is set for 10:00 PM Eastern / 7:00 PM Pacific at Lumen Field in Seattle.
The game airs live nationally on ESPN and streams on the ESPN app and website, as well as NFL+.
If you’re a cord-cutter without an active livestreaming plan, you can watch the game for free by taking advantage of free trials from DIRECTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo TV, or YouTube TV.
YouTube TV even offers a 20-minute free preview, without having to register for a trial — if you just want to catch part of the game.
Houston Texans at Seattle Seahawks
Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
Time: 10:00 PM Eastern / 7:00 PM Pacific
Venue: Lumen Field, Seattle, WA
TV: ESPN
Streaming: ESPN app and website, NFL+
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