Texans Defeat Redskins 17-6

The Redskins had several special teams miscues that put them in a 14-6 hole at the half, despite outplaying the Texans.

Full First-half Recap

The Redskins offense came out strong to start the second-half putting together a drive that was looking like a sure score, but proved to be short-lived.

Alfred Morris fumbled at the Houston six, giving the ball back to the Texans and squashing the Washington momentum.

The Redskins offense fumbled again on their next drive, as the Houston defense continued to swarm to the football on every play.

Washington headed into the fourth quarter down 14-6 after a scoreless third. With the game in the balance, the Redskins defense came up with a huge fumble recovery backed up to their own goal line.

Still, the Redskins offense sputtered out near midfield, punting back to the Texans. Houston played ball control from there, eating up the clock and putting the game out of reach with a field goal at the two minute warning.

The Redskins host the Jaguars next week, while the Texans head to Oakland.