The Chicago Bears and Houston Texans faced off this weekend in an exciting game highlighted by impressive performances from Nico Collins and C.J. Stroud on the offensive side of the ball. Stroud continued his interception-free streak, while Collins had a breakout game with eight catches.
The Chicago Bears and Houston Texans played a competitive game that ultimately ended in a Bears victory. However, the game was highlighted by standout performances from two offensive players: Nico Collins and C.J. Stroud.
Bears vs. Texans: Nico Collins, C.J. Stroud Impress on Offense
Nico Collins, the wide receiver for the Texans, had a breakout game, catching eight passes for 105 yards. This was his first game with over 100 receiving yards in his career. Collins's performance was a bright spot for the Texans, who struggled offensively throughout the game.
C.J. Stroud, the quarterback for the Bears, continued his impressive start to the season. Stroud threw for 260 yards and a touchdown, and he did not throw an interception. This extended his interception-free streak to three games, dating back to last season. Stroud's performance was a key factor in the Bears' victory.
In addition to Collins and Stroud, other players also made significant contributions to the game. Khalil Herbert rushed for 100 yards for the Bears, while Justin Fields added 50 yards on the ground. For the Texans, Dameon Pierce rushed for 80 yards and a touchdown.
The game was close throughout, with the Bears taking a 20-14 lead into halftime. The Texans tied the game in the third quarter, but the Bears regained the lead in the fourth quarter and held on for the victory.
The Bears improved to 2-1 with the win, while the Texans fell to 0-2-1. The Bears will face the New York Giants next week, while the Texans will face the Los Angeles Chargers.
Here are some additional highlights from the game:
* The Bears defense forced two turnovers, including an interception by Kyler Gordon and a fumble recovery by Robert Quinn.
* The Texans defense sacked Stroud twice, including one by Jerry Hughes and one by Jonathan Greenard.
* The game was played in front of a crowd of 62,000 fans at Soldier Field.
