In this series we will give a breakdown of the game with stats, commentary, and updates.
The Texans traveled to Carolina to take on the Panthers. The Texans started the game off on defense and forced Cam Newton and the Panthers on two consecutive three and out possessions. The Texans went on offense moved the ball, but unfortunately only scored a field goal. The Texans went on to win the game 26- 13. Here is the breakdown and commentary.
Final Score: Texans 26 Panthers 13
Texans Preseason Record: 1-0
Texans Game Summary:
Total Yards: 375
Pass Yards: 201
Rush Yards: 174
T.O.P.: 37:41
GAME STATS
THE GOOD
The Texans defense showed no signs of regression, they came out hard, and fast against the Panthers offense and forced them into two consecutive three and outs possessions. The most impressive part about this defense is that they showed great pressure and cohesion even without two of their best players out of the lineup in J.J. Watt and Brian Cushing. The Texans have improved ...
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PLAYERS:
Cam Newton,
J.J. Watt,
Brian Cushing,
Kareem Jackson,
Alan Ball,
Seyi Ajirotutu,
Shaun Cody,
Gary Kubiak
TEAMS: Houston Texans, Carolina Panthers
TEAMS: Houston Texans, Carolina Panthers
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