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NFL locals in Week 9: Devontae Booker scores first TD of season; Ezekiel Ansah has sack in first action since Week 1

Former Utah running back Devontae Booker found the end zone for the first time this season for the Denver Broncos in Week 9 of the NFL season, while former BYU defensive end Ezekiel Ansah returned to the field and had a sack for the Detroit Lions.

Booker ran untouched for a 14-yard touchdown in the second quarter of the Broncos' 19-17 loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday, cutting the Houston lead to 13-10. The score capped a four-play, 87-yard drive.

Booker, who played 26 offensive snaps, had three carries for 15 yards and added two receptions for 9 yards on four targets.