ESPN.com · Nov 27, 2022
Xavien Howard's scoop and score gives Dolphins commanding lead
MIAMI -- Coming off a Week 11 bye, the Miami Dolphins are making things look easy against the Houston Texans.
What looked like a mismatch on paper has turned into a blowout early, with the Dolphins opening a 27-0 lead after a Xavien Howard scored on a fumble recovery.
Texans quarterback Kyle Allen completed a short pass to tight end Jordan Akins -- who was hit hard by Dolphins safety Eric Rowe to force the fumble.
Howard recovered the loose ball and returned it 16 yards for his first defensive touchdown since Week 18 of the 2021 season.
Xavien Howard scoops and scores!
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