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Texans Fall 17-10 to Jaguars, Slide to 0-3 for First Time Since 2020

An 0-3 opening strains Houston's postseason outlook under trends that rarely reward such starts.

Overview

  • C.J. Stroud finished 25-of-38 for 204 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions as Houston’s offense again sputtered.
  • Nico Collins was the bright spot with eight catches for 104 yards and a 50-yard score, though Houston also committed a costly turnover and missed a 52-yard field goal.
  • Jacksonville sealed the game with Travis Etienne’s 10-yard rushing touchdown and a late interception by Antonio Johnson, moving to 2-1.
  • Pressure persisted on Stroud, with Travon Walker recording a sack, while the Texans also dealt with a rib injury that sidelined cornerback Derek Stingley for stretches.
  • Only four teams since 1990 have reached the playoffs after starting 0-3, per Newsweek, adding urgency ahead of Houston’s upcoming divisional game against the Titans.