The Texans beat the Browns in the Super Wild Card round thanks to CJ Stroud

The Houston Texans are the first guest in the divisional round American Conference in the playoffs for the 2023 NFL season after defeating the Cleveland Browns 45-14 in the Super Wild Card round.

newbie feeling, CJ Strode, He threw three touchdown passes. Newcomer, became Youngest QB in NFL history to win a playoff game at 22 years and 102 days, completing 16 of 21 throws for 274 yards. That tied him for fourth for most yards allowed in a postseason debut behind Brock Purdy (332), Dak Prescott (302) and Andrew Luck (288).

Nico Collins (6 rec, 96 yards), Brevin Jordan (1 rec, 76 yards) and Dalton Schultz (1 rec, 37 yards) had three scoring connections. DeMico Ryans benched it after Devin Singletary's rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter.. Houston's offense was so dominant that it averaged 8.1 yards per play.

The offensive line did a great job protecting Stroud. The Browns were the sixth-best defense in the NFL in sacks, accumulating 49 during the regular season. However, they couldn't catch the Texas rookie; They beat him only once.

This may interest you: Steelers-Bills date changes due to inclement weather

Houston's defense shines with two pick-6s

Houston's defense's work was monumental as it recorded two pick-6s to advance to the divisional round. Steven Nelson, 82 yards, and Christian Harris, 36-yard return, were responsible for intercepting Joe Flacco's throws (34/46, 307 yards, TD). Also, punishment was constant on Cleveland's quarterback, as he was sacked four times and hit seven times.

Jerome Ford (9 carries, 17 yards) and Kareem Hunt (8 carries, 26 yards, TD) did well early in the game, but The Browns were pushed aside when forced to punt the Texans to keep up.

What's next for the Texans in the divisional round?

Texans They will have to wait for the other two games in the American Conference Super Wild Card round, Miami Dolphins vs. Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers vs. The Buffalo Bills are determined to meet their next opponent. Thus, They will know the next contestant by Monday afternoon. If Pittsburgh beats Buffalo, Houston Miami vs. Kansas City. On the contrary, If the Bills win on Monday, the Texans will play the AFC first place Baltimore Ravens.