Houston
Texans
3-2
27
FINAL
6
Tampa Bay
Buccaneers
2-3
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 2d ago
In a commanding performance, the Houston Texans defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 27-6 in Week 6 of the 2027 season. With both teams looking to solidify their playoff positioning, the Texans showcased their dominance on both sides of the ball, putting the Buccaneers' hopes for a comeback firmly in check. The offensive attack for Houston was led by Mario Craver, who racked up 83 receiving yards, while Mark Fletcher Jr. contributed on the ground with 59 rushing yards. Though Jalon Daniels of the Buccaneers threw for a respectable 223 yards, it was clear that the Texans' offensive precision and efficiency outmatched their opponents throughout the game. On defense, Jalen Pitre was a standout with eight total tackles and two crucial interceptions, which played a pivotal role in stifling any momentum the Buccaneers attempted to build. The game's turning point came early in the second half when Pitre's second interception set up a scoring drive that extended Houston's lead to 20-6, effectively sealing the victory and demonstrating the Texans' defensive prowess.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jalon DanielsQB452658%2230343.1
C.J. StroudQB271763%1530078.1
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Mark Fletcher Jr.HB11595.460141
David MontgomeryHB12413.4243150
Bucky IrvingHB8415.1160170
Jalon DanielsQB3134.3โ€”061
Tony PollardHB382.7โ€”060
C.J. StroudQB166.0โ€”060
Sam LaPortaTE144.0โ€”040
Nico CollinsWR000.0โ€”000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Mario CraverWR78311.9140200
Ted Hurst IIIWR77310.4120180
Nick MarshWR24120.550230
Emeka EgbukaWR33913.060190
Sam LaPortaTE7273.97070
David MontgomeryHB22412.080220
Nico CollinsWR12121.0120210
Tony PollardHB3206.714090
Bucky IrvingHB3196.3160150
Dalton SchultzTE3175.72090
Mark Fletcher Jr.HB482.010080
Bauer SharpTE144.02040
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Ka'imi FairbairnK22338
Chase McLaughlinK22047