The breakout season for Derek Stingley Jr. is upon us.
Stingley intercepted Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams at the Houston Texans’ 34 with just under a minute left in the third quarter. Ka’imi Fairbairn drilled a 53-yard field goal to extend Houston’s lead to nine.
STING IS STINGIN' 🐝
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— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) September 16, 2024
Last season, Stingley was a turnover machine for the AFC South champions. He totaled five interceptions and 12 pass breakups while helping Houston clinch his first division title in four years.
REALLY LIKE THAT. pic.twitter.com/xETEyyv12R
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) September 16, 2024
So far, Williams has been intercepted twice in the second half. He’s 19-of-26 for 122 yards while averaging 4.7 yards per pass.
The Texans look to secure their first 2-0 start since 2016.