Texans Spoil Maye's First Start, Blow Out Pats

C.J. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans carries the ball against the New England Patriots during the first half of the game at Gillette Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

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The Houston Texans crushed the Patriots 41-21 at Gillette Stadium. CJ Stroud completed 20 of his 31 pass attempts for 192 yards, three touchdowns and an interception. Joe Mixon returned from injury to carry the ball 13 times for 102 yards and a score. He also caught a touchdown pass. Dameon Pierce ran for a 54-yard touchdown to seal the victory. Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell also caught a TD pass. The Texans have won three straight and sit atop the AFC South at 5-and-1. They will visit the Green Bay Packers in Week Seven.