Houston Texans Lead AFC South With Help From Arian Foster

October 5, 2010   ·   Sam McIntosh   ·   Jump to comments

For the first time in franchise history, the Houston Texans will enter Week 5 of the NFL season with a winning record and sole possession of first place in the AFC South. 
With a history of consistent disappointment and mediocre performances, Houston Texans fans have struggled through the years.
The sour feelings are FINALLY turning sweet in Houston.
After an impressive 31-24 win in Oakland, the Texans improve to 3-1 without the 2009 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, Brian Cushing. 
Missing action for the first four games due to a suspension, the Texans had obviously planned around Cushing's absence. Perhaps the toughest obstacle was overcoming the absence of other key players. 
All-Pro wide receiver Andre Johnson was inactive for Sunday's game. Head coach Gary Kubiak made the decision to sit Johnson late Saturday night.
The game plan changed quickly and the players responded well. 
The Texans were also without free safety Eugene W...

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