Offensive line
Deshaun Watson did not have to run for his life against a team that regularly makes him do so. The offensive line allowed one sack after the Baltimore Ravens got to the quarterback seven times in Week 11. However, they didn’t get off scot-free.
Rookie right tackle Tytus Howard had his worst game as a pro. The Colts consistently beat him. To make matters worse, his first offensive play of the game was a holding call.
Though the Texans backs were able to create 89 yards on 21 attempts, that number is skewed by a pair of attempts for 52 yards. For much of the game, Houston’s blocking unit struggled to create lanes to run through, resulting in long second- and third-downs.
The Texans’ offensive line did not do well against a good rush defense. However, they kept No. 4 upright and, ultimately, did not make any game-changing mistakes — enough to warrant a passing grade.