Sun, Oct 13, 1:50 PM EDTDJ Bien-Aime, ESPNespn5 analyses
In a strong offensive showing, the Texans' Joe Mixon returned from injury to catch a 10-yard touchdown pass from quarterback C.J. Stroud, helping the team to a 14-0 lead against the New England Patriots in Week 6. Despite missing three games this season due to an ankle injury, Mixon's return has been impactful. The Texans' offense has continued to perform well even with the absence of their leading receiver, Nico Collins, who was placed on injured reserve.
  • Joe Mixon's return from injury has reinvigorated the Texans' offense.
  • The Texans are managing well without their top receiver, Nico Collins.
Joe Mixon | RB
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Injury
Breakout
Week 6
1 receptions
1 targets
10 rec yards
1 rec TDs
  • Returned from an ankle injury to score a touchdown.
  • Showed strong performance in the game.
C.J. Stroud | QB
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Breakout
Week 6
45 pass yards
2 pass TDs
  • Threw a touchdown pass to both Mixon and Tank Dell.
  • Continued to lead the Texans' offense effectively.
Tank Dell | WR
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Breakout
Week 6
1 receptions
1 targets
35 rec yards
1 rec TDs
  • Scored the first touchdown of the game.
  • Contributed to the Texans' strong start.
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  • Offense is performing well despite injuries to key players.
  • Strong start to the game indicates good team chemistry.
New England Patriots
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  • Struggled defensively against the Texans' offense.
  • Need to improve to compete effectively in upcoming games.