Houston Texans running back Jawhar Jordan achieved a significant milestone by scoring his first NFL touchdown during the team's 34-31 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars at London's Wembley Stadium on October 18, 2026. Elevated from the practice squad due to an injury to starter David Montgomery, Jordan seized the opportunity in his season debut.
In the third quarter, with the Texans leading 24-21, Jordan broke free for a 25-yard touchdown run, extending Houston's lead to 31-21. This marked his first trip to the end zone in the NFL. Prior to this game, Jordan had appeared in four games during the 2025 season, rushing for 193 yards on 43 carries but had yet to score a touchdown.
Jordan's journey to the NFL began at Louisville, where he led the team in rushing during his final season with 1,128 yards and 13 touchdowns. Drafted by the Texans in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft, he spent time on the practice squad before making his debut in December 2025. His performance in London not only showcased his potential but also contributed significantly to the Texans' back-to-back wins, improving their record to 2-4.
The game concluded dramatically with kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn securing the win for Houston with a 49-yard field goal as time expired. Quarterback C.J. Stroud also had a standout performance, throwing three touchdown passes, including two to tight end Foster Moreau and one to wide receiver Jaylin Noel.
Jordan's breakout performance in London highlights his resilience and determination, offering a promising glimpse into his future contributions to the Texans' offense.