Clash at Empower Field: Houston Texans Take on Denver Broncos
As the Houston Texans prepare to face off against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward the momentum from their recent performances. The Texans have shown a mix of promise and areas needing improvement in their past games, which could be pivotal in determining the outcome of this upcoming matchup.
In their last game against the Indianapolis Colts on September 11, 2022, the Texans managed a tie with a score of 20-20. Despite not securing a win, there were notable positives from that game. The defense racked up two sacks and forced two turnovers, including an interception that was returned for 14 yards. However, they also missed 17 tackles – an area that will need tightening up against a Broncos team known for its agility and playmaking abilities.
The offense showed balance in their approach but struggled to dominate on the ground with only 77 rushing yards from 28 attempts. Their passing game was more effective; they completed over 62 percent of passes for two touchdowns without throwing any interceptions. This level of efficiency through the air will need to be replicated if they hope to overcome Denver's defense.
Looking back further into preseason games provides additional insights into what fans might expect from HOU. On August 26 against San Francisco's formidable defense, Houston managed only one passing touchdown but excelled defensively with three sacks and two interceptions – showcasing their potential to disrupt opposing quarterbacks.
Their performance on August 20 versus Los Angeles Rams was even more impressive as they secured a victory with three passing touchdowns and six sacks by their relentless defense while maintaining discipline with fewer penalties than previous games.
However, it is worth noting that while these preseason results show potential strengths for HOU's defensive line and quarterback efficiency under pressure, regular season dynamics are different – teams play at full strength with key starters who may have been rested during preseason.
The upcoming game presents both challenges and opportunities for HOU. They must capitalize on every chance given by DEN’s offense while ensuring that missed tackles do not allow extra yardage or scoring opportunities. Offensively speaking, establishing an effective running game early could open up play-action passes which could be crucial in breaking down DEN’s secondary.
Texans fans should mark September 18th on their calendars as this Sunday night battle kicks off at Empower Field at Mile High at precisely half-past eight PM Eastern Time (ET). Tune into CBS where you can catch all live action as your Houston Texans look to make a statement against Denver Broncos in what promises to be an enthralling encounter under the lights!