The Texans thought they had a solid game plan against the Ravens.
Houston did a solid job pressuring quarterback Lamar Jackson.
The Texans defenders were able to effectively keep the running backs from breaking off big plays until the fourth quarter.
Houston wide receiver Brandin Cooks (5 receptions, 95 yards) was able to find space to make plays downfield.
The Ravens still won by 17 points.
“Really, really big victory for us in September,” coach John Harbaugh said. “You know, these September victories, like I told the guys, they count in December, and a win like this is a big win, and very much valued against a very good football team, a well-coached football team on the road.