Alright, so the Houston Texans finally snagged their first win after kicking off the season with a brutal 0-4 record, and if you weren’t watching, you missed the breakout. Starting running back David Montgomery, who they brought in to be their bell cow, got sidelined with a groin injury during the Titans game. But get this, it wasn’t the end of their comeback bid. Woody Marks, who was actually their leading rusher last year, stepped up and straight-up balled out.
Marks Takes The Reins, Shows Out
Seriously, this guy Marks just exploded onto the scene when they needed him most. Montgomery had been pretty inefficient through the first few games, and then bam, he’s out. Marks took that opportunity and ran with it, literally. He churned out 62 rushing yards, averaging a solid 4.1 yards per carry, which is exactly what you want from your primary back. And he wasn’t just on the ground, either. Marks snagged four receptions for another 23 yards, showing he’s got hands and can be a threat in the passing game. Head coach DeMeco Ryans couldn’t stop praising the guy after the game, calling out his “explosive runs” and “dynamic cuts,” adding that he played with “great vision” and “good balance.” Ryans basically said we’re gonna see more of that, and honestly, we can’t wait.
Montgomery’s Status And The Road Ahead
Now, about Montgomery: Ryans confirmed he’s still “week-to-week” with that groin injury. That’s a tough break for him, but it just opened the door wide for Marks. This Texans team needed a spark, especially after that rough 0-4 start. Getting that first win against the Titans had to feel good, but the real test is coming fast. They’re shipping off to London next for a showdown with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jags are rolling, sitting pretty at 4-1 after a last-minute victory against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 5. The Texans will be desperate to grab their second straight win and show that the Marks-led offense has some real teeth.
They’ve got to bring that same energy across the pond. If Marks keeps delivering like he did against the Titans, this could be the turning point for a team that really needs one against a tough 4-1 Jags squad.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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