Will the Texans make the playoffs?

Question

I've been a Texans fan since they started, but still haven't seen a winning record, and now they are looking better than their previous years, and they actually have a winning record going into their 6th game, with a lot of key players injured. Anyways, I think they have a chance, but they're still in last place in their division.

The games against Jacksonville and Tennessee will be a gut check for them. The did beat the Jaguars twice last year; it would be nice if they can do that again.

Answer 1

The AFC South is the most competitive division in the NFL this year. The Colts are still the best team out of that division, but it's possible that the 2 AFC wild card teams will come out of the same division, so they have a shot. The Texans need to have Andre Johnson healthy and back in the lineup soon.

Answer 2

But they'd be in first in the West, which is kind of weird.

The next four games (all before their bye) should be a good indicator of whether they're a playoff team or not. 3 on the road, 2 in division, and all against teams that are either .500 or better or playoff contenders (@Jacksonville, Tennessee, @San Diego, @Oakland). You'd have to think they have to win at least 2 of those to stay in striking distance, which would put them at 5-4. This year, with there being some really good teams as well as some really bad ones in the AFC, 10-6 may not get in. Having 5 losses before their bye would pretty much put them out of playoff contention.

Answer 3

Maybe, hard to say at this point. They are definately better than they have been, they look like a pretty good team.

Answer 4

Although they are a better team this year, their division is just to tight and to talented for them to make the playoffs. good luck ..........

Answer 5

Close, but no cigar.

Answer 6

No