HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 27: Darren Waller #83 of the Oakland Raiders dives for a touchdown defended by Gareon Conley #22 of the Houston Texans in the second quarter at NRG Stadium on October 27, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)
For the Houston Texans to take the next step in their quest for a Super Bowl title, the defense needs to stiffen significantly in 2020 when it matters most.
Among playoff-qualifying teams from last season, only the Seattle Seahawks (398) allowed more points defensively during the regular season than the Houston Texans (385).