The Houston Texans got quarterback C.J. Stroud back after a three-game absence Sunday. While Stroud was strong in his return from a concussion, it was the top-rated defense that continued to carry the team in a 20-16 win over the Indianapolis Colts.

Badgley has now missed three extra points, and Steichen has been clear that the Colts need him to make those kicks.

Texans QB C.J. Stroud looked solid against Anarumo's defense in his return from being in the concussion protocol. Dalton Schultz (seven catches) and Jayden Higgins (five catches) did work, but Nico Collins was the enforcer for Houston.

Colts suffer first home loss of the season against Texans, struggle with injuries and missed opportunities. Up next: Jaguars. Can they bounce back?

The Colts have been confident despite recent losses but something seemed to change Sunday: We need to 'find exactly what went wrong'

After starting the season 7-1, the Colts are having a hard time justifying their contender status following three losses in their last four games.

#Colts star CB Sauce Gardner, who suffered a calf strain in Sunday’s loss, is considered week-to-week with the hope he’s back during the regular season, sources tell me and @TomPelissero after the MRI. Not long-term. But he’ll miss some time. pic.twitter.com/8BSLZSQS8S

The Colts shocked the NFL with their 7-1 start but those milestones -- playoff berth, AFC South title -- are looking tough to reach again