Deshaun Watson, DeAndre Hopkins keep Texans in hunt for playoff bye

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The Houston Texans won't gain any style points for their 29-22 win against the New York Jets on Saturday at MetLife Stadium, but at 10-4, they are a step further in their quest for both an AFC South title and a first-round bye in the AFC.

After a strong first half in which he completed 9-14 passes for 145 yards -- including a 45-yard touchdown strike to DeAndre Hopkins -- Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson sputtered for much of the second half. With consistent pressure from the Jets' defensive line, Watson had a hard time maneuvering the pocket and avoiding the relentless rush. His six sacks were the fourth time this year he has been sacked at least five times, tying…