The Houston Texans ended their two-game skid with a 23-14 victory over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, gaining momentum heading into the AFC playoffs.
Quarterback C.J. Stroud made an early impact, completing all six of his passes for 50 yards and a touchdown on the opening drive before taking a seat on the bench. For the Titans, the defeat marked the end of a miserable season. With a 3-14 record, they secured the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft, thanks to New England's win over Buffalo.
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In the meantime, we’ve gathered some high-level data and snap counts from the game to give you an early look. Our expert graders have also nominated the standout player of the game, highlighting exceptional performance on the field.
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HIGHEST-GRADED PLAYERS
- WR Nico Collins, Houston Texans (91.3)
- RB Dameon Pierce, Houston Texans (90.1)
- Edge Derek Barnett, Houston Texans (89.5)
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PLAYER OF THE GAME
The Texans leaned heavily on running back Dameon Pierce and the ground game in their regular-season finale, with Pierce turning 19 carries into an impressive 176 rushing yards, one touchdown and three additional first downs.
Pierce showcased his physicality by racking up 163 yards after contact and forcing five missed tackles. Four of his rushes went for 10 or more yards.
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