Both 0-2, the Texans and Colts meet Sunday after losing to playoff-bound teams in each of their first two games. Houston is third in passing yards and 25th in rushing; Indianapolis ranks 31st against the run and 32nd against the pass.
The article says Houston’s passing-heavy numbers contrast with its stated aim to be a physical running team, partly because it has played from behind. It also notes that Indianapolis faced Kansas City and Baltimore, which the writer describes as two of the AFC’s better offenses.
The preview says Houston’s passing plans may depend on whether receiver Nico Collins can play; his status was unknown at publication. It identifies slowing Jonathan Taylor as Houston’s key defensive task and containing David Montgomery and Woody Marks as a priority for Indianapolis.
