The Houston Texans' Week 1 player of the week award, without a doubt, goes to David Montgomery. David Montgomery had 60 yards and 2 touchdowns on the ground and also added 19 yards and another touchdown through the air (ESPN.com). David Montgomery was acquired by the Texans in the 2025 offseason through a trade with the Detroit Lions. This trade is looking like a good one for Houston. Based on his Week 1 performance, David Montgomery looks like the key to unlocking the ceiling of this Houston Texans offense.

For many Texans players, Week 2 was a rough day at the office, but Will Anderson Jr. was an exception. Will Anderson created chaos at the line of scrimmage. Will Anderson proved his versatility with a sack, 3 TFLs, and a pass deflection (ESPN.com). Will Anderson helped shut down the passing and running game, and he was a key figure in the Texans' defensive improvement in Week 2.