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The Houston Texans rolled to a four-point win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, 20-16, as fans wondered if kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn had kicked an extra point.
The debate began after Texans receiver Nico Collins ran the ball seven yards for a touchdown in the fourth quarter. Fairbairn entered the game to attempt the extra point. He kicked the ball and appeared to have missed it to the left.
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Houston Texans kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn (15) celebrates with Tommy Townsend after scoring a field goal against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, in Indianapolis. (Michael Conroy/AP Photo)
However, NFL officials said the kick was good. This sparked a debate on social media over whether those responsible had made the right decision.
CBS rules analyst Gene Steratore explained that Fairbairn’s kick went over the outside edge of the upright. The kick could not be reviewed, per NFL rules.
Houston clinched the crucial point and managed to hold off the Colts the rest of the way for the victory.
CJ Stroud made his first start since being knocked out with a concussion. He was 22 of 35 with 276 passing yards, one interception and two sacks.
Nico Collins (12) of the Houston Texans celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, in Indianapolis. (Michael Conroy/AP Photo)
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Texans running back Nick Chubb had a touchdown and 34 yards rushing. Woody Marks led Houston with 64 rushing yards.
Collins had five catches for 98 yards to go along with his rushing touchdown.
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones, who was playing with a broken fibula, finished 14 of 27 with 201 passing yards and two touchdown passes. His touchdown passes went to Alec Pierce and Tyler Warren.
Pierce led Indianapolis with four catches for 78 yards. Warren had three catches for 22 yards.
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Houston’s victory tightened the race for the AFC South division. The Jacksonville Jaguars moved ahead of the Colts for first place in the division after a win over the Tennessee Titans and the Texans sit just behind Jacksonville and Indianapolis.
