The Houston Texans scored two touchdowns on the opening drive at AT&T Stadium, but only one counted.
Running back Joe Mixon continued his strong start to his first season with the Texans and broke free for a 45-yard touchdown run.
JOE MIXON TUDDY ON THE OPENING DRIVE 🚀
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Houston scored on its opening play, looking to get Nico Collins involved early. Collins returned from a five-game hiatus due to a hamstring injury. He took a screen pass to the end zone, but Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil was downfield, so the play was brought back.
The 45-yard touchdown run is Mixon’s longest score of the season and the second-longest run of the year. The former Pro Bowler had a 50-plus-yard run against the New England Patriots in his first game back from an ankle injury.
After the penalty brought back the touchdown, C.J. Stroud completed passes to Dalton Schultz, Robert Woods and John Metchie III.
The Texans are losing to end a two-game losing streak on primetime.