The Houston Texans pulled off an incredible victory on Sunday, defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 39-37 in a thrilling game. The Texans were led by quarterback Deshaun Watson, who had a record-breaking performance. Watson threw for a rookie-record 470 yards and five touchdowns, leading the Texans to their first win of the season.
Watson’s performance was nothing short of remarkable. He completed 25 of 34 passes for an astonishing 70.6% completion rate. He also threw for four touchdowns in the first half alone, setting a franchise record for most touchdowns in a single half. His fifth touchdown was a game-winning pass to wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins with just two seconds left in the game.
The Texans’ defense also played a key role in the victory, forcing four turnovers and limiting the Buccaneers to just 37 points. Linebacker Whitney Mercilus had two sacks and two forced fumbles, while safety Justin Reid had an interception. The Texans’ defense also held the Buccaneers to just 3-of-13 on third down conversions.
The victory was especially sweet for the Texans, who had lost their first two games of the season. With Watson’s record-breaking performance, they have now put themselves in a good position to make a run at the playoffs.
Overall, it was an incredible game and an impressive win for the Texans. Watson’s record-breaking performance was the highlight of the game, and it will be remembered for years to come. The Texans will look to build on this victory as they continue their season.
