HOUSTON — The Houston Texans’ offense was almost perfect in the first half. It didn’t have to do much in the second half against the hapless Detroit Lions.
The Texans jumped to a three-touchdown lead and held on for a 28-21 win over the still-winless Lions on Sunday.
Owen Daniels scored two touchdowns and rookie Steve Slaton and Ahman Green added a touchdown each. Andre Johnson had 11 receptions for 141 yards for his third straight 100-yard game.
The Texans scored touchdowns on their first three possessions for the first time in team history. Matt Schaub completed all but two of his passes in the first half, and Slaton and Green combined for almost 100 yards rushing before the half.
Houston wasn’t quite as sharp in the second half, punting on four of five possessions, and was outscored 18-7, allowing the Lions (0-6) to cut the lead to a touchdown with about 4 minutes left.
The Texans (2-4) held the ball until there were just 20 seconds to go, and Detroit’s last play ended in a fumble.
“I’m a little relieved, I guess,” Texans coach Gary Kubiak said. “You’ve got to enjoy winning in this league. It’s hard to win.”
