Stroud TD Pass Gives Texans Early Lead

C.J. Stroud connected with Woody Marks for a 9-yard touchdown pass, giving the Texans a 10-0 lead over the Chiefs in the second quarter. Stroud completed 8 of 11 passes for 140 yards in the first quarter, including a key 53-yard completion to Nico Collins that set up the score. The Texans offense capitalized on a defensive holding penalty and efficient third-down conversions.