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Houston Texans vs Detroit Lions Wrap - Houston Wins 41-25

The Texans got a 4-TD performance from Deshaun Watson as Houston handed Detroit a 41-25 defeat on Thursday at Ford Field.

The Texans were a -3.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 52.5.

Deshaun Watson completed 17 of 25 pass attempts for 318 yards and 4 TDs for the Texans in the win.

Adrian Peterson rushed for 55 yards for Detroit, while Kerryon Johnson added 46 yards. Matthew Stafford threw for 295 yards for the Lions, while receivers T.J. Hockenson and Kerryon Johnson had 89 and 52 yards respectively.

Detroit outgained Houston 388-384 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 28-21 by the Lions.

Detroit led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 33:44-26:16 split in that important category.

Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Colts. The Lions will aim to get back on the winning track at Chicago.