Did Texans improve postseason chances after Ravens blowout?

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) is pressured by Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Travis Jones (98) during the second half of an NFL football game Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024, in Houston.The Houston Texans gifted their fans a Beyoncé concert and little else in Wednesday’s 31-2 Christmas Day flop against the Baltimore Ravens. The dismal loss could be a blessing in disguise next month.

Houston’s defeat didn’t impact the team’s standing in the AFC playoff picture. The Texans are already the AFC South champions, set to host a wild-card round game at NRG Stadium on Jan. 11, 12 or 13. Wednesday’s stakes were far greater for the road team. Lamar Jackson and the Ravens jumped the Pittsburgh…