The Texans haven’t been able to get off to many quick starts, but this one was nearly perfect.
For the first time this season, Houston scored on its opening possession, for a 7-0 lead over the Saints.
Quarterback Brian Hoyer was a perfect 7-of-7 for 55 yards and a touchdown to tight end Ryan Griffin.
The Texans haven’t gotten much from any of their tight ends this year, but Hoyer is spreading the ball around and involving them more, and it made a difference for a team that’s still tied for the division lead at 5-5.