The Houston Texans return home happy after a 29-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 1 at Lucas Oil Stadium.

The Texans were led by their offensive newcomers, running back Joe Mixon and wide receiver Stefon Diggs. Mixon had 30 carries for 159 yards and a touchdown, while Diggs made six catches for 33 yards and two scores.

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The game was decided in the final two minutes, but the Texans had the last laugh after wide receiver Nico Collins caught a 12-yard pass from quarterback CJ Stroud to decide the game.

Stroud made a strong impression in his 2024 debut, completing 24 of his 32 passes for 234 yards and two touchdowns. Collins

For the Colts, Anthony Richardson threw two touchdowns in his return to the field after a shoulder injury last year.

With this win, the Texans are off to a good start to the season. Their next game is in Week 2 on Sunday Night Football against first-place Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears. Kickoff is at 7:20 p.m. CT on NBC and Peacock.

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