Despite aching back, Texans’ Nick Novak boots four field goals

In obvious pain due to a lower back injury Sunday, Texans veteran kicker Nick Novak delivered a gritty performance and connected on four field goals and an extra point during a win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Novak has kicked nine field goals over the past two games, providing a consistent scoring presence for a moribund offense that struggles mightily in the red zone.

"I had a little discomfort in my low back," Novak said after scoring 13 points, including the game-winning extra point, in the Texans' 21-20 victory. "I just did what I had to do to get the pain to go away. I just tried to tell myself to be smooth and try not to over-kick anything. I actually was pleased with the contact…