The Houston Texans are set to face the New England Patriots today in Foxborough, Massachusetts, with the game being broadcast on CBS and Paramount+ starting at 1 p.m. Eastern time.
Fans can also catch the live action through several streaming services, including Fubo (offering a free trial and $20 off the first month), DirecTV Stream (free trial available), Paramount+ (with a free trial), and Sling (featuring various promotional offers).
This matchup on Sunday, October 13, is intriguing as the two teams find themselves at different points in the season. The Texans secured their fourth victory in Week 5 against Buffalo, giving them a strong record that places them among the top teams in the league.
In contrast, the Patriots only managed to win once this season, a triumph over Cincinnati in Week 1. Recently, they have opted to start Drake Maye, the third overall pick from North Carolina, in place of veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett. Maye’s only action came during the Week 3 loss to the Jets, where he completed four passes for 22 yards.
The Texans are coming off a key win against Buffalo, where kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn secured the victory with a 59-yard field goal as time expired. Quarterback C.J. Stroud demonstrated his skills by throwing for 331 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Houston’s defense was solid in the first half, limiting Buffalo to just three points but faltered in the second half, allowing 17 points.
On the other side, New England is looking to improve after a narrow loss to Miami, which was their second close defeat of the season. The team’s defense has struggled recently, ranking among the bottom 10 in yards allowed per game. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson, after a strong performance in Week 1, has yet to reach the century mark in rushing yards since.
In their last outings:
– The Houston Texans defeated the Buffalo Bills, 23-20, in Week 5 on October 6.
– The New England Patriots lost to the Miami Dolphins, 15-10, also on October 6.
Key players to watch include:
– For the Texans: QB C.J. Stroud (1,385 passing yards, 68.9% completion rate, seven touchdowns, three interceptions), WR Nico Collins (32 receptions, 567 receiving yards, three touchdowns), and DE Will Anderson Jr.
– For the Patriots: QB Drake Maye, RB Rhamondre Stevenson (77 carries, 356 rushing yards, three touchdowns), and DE Keion White (22 tackles, four sacks).
Game details are as follows:
– Matchup: Houston Texans vs. New England Patriots
– Date: Sunday, October 13, 2024
– Time: 1:00 p.m. Eastern
– Venue: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA
– Broadcast: CBS/Paramount+
For more viewing options, channel finders for various cable providers are accessible online, including Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, and Comcast Xfinity.
This matchup promises to be a notable event as both teams look to solidify their positions in the league.