Fansided · Aug 7, 2018
Houston Texans: Analyzing the backup quarterback competition in 2018
The Houston Texans, like every other NFL team, need to be sure the backup quarterback role is settled when the season begins.
The Houston Texans need to fortify their depth at quarterback. In a quarterback-driven league, the strength at that position can determine the fate of a team. The Philadelphia Eagles wouldn’t have been Super Bowl LII champions without the brilliant performance of their backup quarterback Nick Foles.
When Deshaun Watson went down with a torn ACL injury, so did the opportunity of the team competing for a playoff berth.
Tom Savage, T.J. Yates, and a small dose of Taylor Heinicke weren’t enough to change the course of the season.
