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Texans reach midway point of season with just 3 wins and face uncertainty after concussion to Stroud
Backup quarterback Davis Mills faces pressure as Texans rank 24th in scoring, converting just 8 of 22 red zone opportunities, coach said offense must improve scoring efficiency.
- On Nov. 3, Texans coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans starting quarterback, is in the NFL concussion protocol after a Week 9 hit left his head striking the turf.
- Stroud slid on a third-and-short and was hit by Denver Broncos cornerback Kris Abrams-Draine, causing his head to strike the turf; Texans training and medical staff evaluated him on the sideline and sent him to the locker room for concussion protocol.
- Houston's offense is struggling, averaging just 21 points per game and ranking 24th despite C.J. Stroud's 12th-ranked QBR; the Texans are 8 for 22 in red zone conversion and backup Davis Mills went 17-of-30 for 137 yards with no touchdowns Sunday.
- If Stroud can't clear the protocol, the Texans would likely start Davis Mills, and the first injury report on Nov. 5 will reveal his Week 10 status amid the NFL concussion protocol steps.
- With the Texans 3-5 after the loss, playoff hopes fade while their defense leads the NFL in yards allowed and points allowed .
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Texans reach midway point of season with just 3 wins and face uncertainty after concussion to Stroud
The Houston Texans are far from where they hoped to be at the midpoint of the season. And things might get worse before they get better with the availability of quarterback C.J.
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