nfl Game Recap
Denver Broncos vs Houston Texans Wrap - Houston Wins 22-17
Nico Collins inflicted damage on the Denver secondary, getting 191 receiving yards as Houston defeated the Broncos 22-17 at NRG Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Texans were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 47.0.
Dameon Pierce rushed for 41 yards, while Devin Singletary added 36 yards in the win. Nico Collins and Brevin Jordan added 191 and 64 receiving yards respectively.
Javonte Williams rushed for 46 yards for Denver, while Russell Wilson added 44 yards. Russell Wilson threw for 186 yards for the Broncos, while receivers Courtland Sutton and Jerry Jeudy had 77 and 51 yards respectively.
Denver was outgained by Houston 353-282 yards in Sunday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 16-14 by the Broncos.
The time of possession battle favored Houston as their offense was on the field for 33:04, longer than the 26:56 of their opponents.
Houston heads into a Week 14 battle against the Jets. Denver, meanwhile, will have their next action against Los Angeles.