It appears that you’ve provided a lengthy article about the NFL Wild Card Weekend matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Houston Texans. Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
Game Details
- The game was played on Saturday, January 11th, at NRG Stadium in Houston.
- Kickoff was at 4:30 p.m. ET.
- The broadcast team included Ian Eagle (play-by-play), Charles Davis (color commentator), and Evan Washburn (sideline reporter).
- Alternative broadcasts were available on Nickelodeon (with a SpongeBob SquarePants theme) and Paramount+.
Game Highlights
- The Texans led 10-6 at halftime.
- Houston outscored the Chargers 22-6 in the second half.
- The Texans’ defense intercepted Justin Herbert four times, which is one more interception than he threw during the entire regular season.
- Houston’s special teams scored a rare two-point conversion after blocking an extra point attempt.
Pre-Game Notes
- The Texans were without WR Tank Dell due to a season-ending knee injury.
- The Chargers wore Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) apparel to show support for the city’s fire department amid ongoing fires in the area.
- SpongeBob SquarePants made an appearance in a pre-game promotion, which may have been a good omen for the Texans.
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