Mills Leads Texans to Thrilling 16-13 Win Over Titans on Wright's Buzzer-Beating Field Goal

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In a nail-biting finish, the Houston Texans secured a 16-13 victory over their AFC South rivals, the Tennessee Titans, on Sunday. Led by backup quarterback Davis Mills, who threw for 274 yards and a touchdown, the Texans reached a .500 record for the first time this season. The Texans, who had been without several key players, including quarterback CJ Stroud, safety Jalen Pitre, and kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn, demonstrated their resilience in a game that pitted the league's worst offense against the league's stingiest defense. The Titans, who have struggled this season, had a chance to tie the game with just over a minute left. However, rookie quarterback Cam Ward was unable to capitalize, and the Texans were able to move into position for the winning field goal. Matthew Wright, who had already kicked two field goals in the game, sealed the deal with a 35-yard kick as time expired. The Texans' win marks their fifth consecutive victory over the Titans in Nashville and their third win in four games. The Titans, on the other hand, suffered their fifth straight loss and are now facing the possibility of a fourth consecutive losing season. The game was marked by several key moments, including a 17-yard completion from Mills to Nico Collins on third-and-16, which set up the winning field goal. The Texans also sacked Ward three times, with Will Anderson Jr. recovering a fumble he stripped from the rookie. The Titans, who got back several starters, including Jeffery Simmons, Arden Key, and Calvin Ridley, were unable to capitalize on their chances. Ridley, who had a broken fibula, was hurt again on the first play of the game and did not return. The Texans will host Buffalo on Thursday night, while the Titans will host Seattle next Sunday.