The Houston Texans fell to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the final preseason game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday night. Both teams played starters most of the first half while the backups filled in to fight for a roster spot and finish the game. The Texans defense came away with four sacks and caused three turnovers against the defending Super Bowl Champions. (Photos by Jack Gorman)
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Tom Brady directs Tampa Bay’s offense against the Texans. -
The Texans block an extra point. -
Devin White (45) tackles Texans running back David Johnson (31). -
Tyrod Taylor (5) throws a pass against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Justin Reid (20) delivers a crushing blow to Chris Godwin (14). -
Ronald Jones (27) puts a juke move on Justin Reid (20). -
Titus Howard (71) blocks Kahlil Davis (94) at NRG Stadium. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Settle down, Tom. It’s only the preseason. -
Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59) rushes quarterback Blain Gabbert (11). -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Texans Cheerleaders whip their hair to excite the NRG crowd. -
Texans linebacker Christian Kirksey (58) tackles Ke’Shawn Vaughn (21) for a loss. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Texans cornerback Desmond King II (25) signals a safety. -
Texans wide receiver Alex Erickson (14) watches and the Buccaneers attempt to down a punt. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Texans offensive linemen Charlie Heck (67), Max Sharping (74) and Justin McCray (64) break from the huddle. -
Texans running back Rex Burkhead (28) charges through the line. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Texans punter Cam Johnston (11) kicks the ball from his own end zone. -
Texans receiver Keke Coutee (16) tries to get more yards after the catch. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Texans rookie quarterback Davis Mills (10) scrambles for yards against the Bucs. -
The Texans defense celebrates after a turnover. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Buccaneer receiver Tyler Johnson (18) spins out of a Johnathan Owens (36) tackle. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
The Texans Cheerleaders complete their dance routine at NRG Stadium. -
The Texans celebrate a touchdown. -
Texans receiver Nico Collins (12) breaks a tackle to score a touchdown. -
Texans rookie quarterback Davis Mills (10) directs the offense. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Texans running back Scottie Phillips (27) fights for a roster spot. -
Texans rookie quarterback Davis Mills (10) throws down field. -
Texans defensive back Tremon Smith (24) breaks up a pass. -
Texans fans were back in the stands for the first preseason game in two years at NRG Stadium. -
Texans running back Buddy Howell (8) breaks a long run against the Bucs defense. -
Texans running back Buddy Howell (8) breaks a long run against the Bucs defense. -
Mask up and stop the spread!
