Texans Topple Browns in Super Wild Card Weekend Showdown
Houston's Resurgent Offense Powers Victory
Summary of the Game
The Houston Texans pulled off a stunning upset in the Super Wild Card Weekend, defeating the heavily favored Cleveland Browns 36-22. The game, which was played in front of a sold-out crowd at NRG Stadium in Houston, saw the Texans' offense explode for 421 total yards and four touchdowns.
The Texans were led by quarterback Davis Mills, who threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions. Mills was also able to add 50 rushing yards on the ground. Running back Dameon Pierce also had a big game for the Texans, carrying the ball 21 times for 133 yards and a touchdown.
The Browns, who were the No. 2 seed in the AFC, were unable to get their offense going against the Texans' stingy defense. Quarterback Deshaun Watson was held to just 175 passing yards and one touchdown, while the Browns' running game was limited to just 70 yards on the ground.
The Texans' defense was able to force four turnovers in the game, including two interceptions and two fumble recoveries. The turnovers proved to be costly for the Browns, as they allowed the Texans to gain momentum and control the tempo of the game.
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