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C.J. Stroud struggles, but Texans beat Patriots in preseason opener

The Houston Texans are flying home happy after a 20-9 win against the New England Patriots in Thursday night’s preseason opener at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro.

The team may be pleased with the result, but rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud probably isn’t too thrilled with his performance.

The No. 2 overall pick drew the start tonight over Davis Mills, but struggled in his two first-quarter drives.

On the opening drive of the game, Stroud threw his first interception to Patriots safety Jalen Mills.

CJ Stroud starting his career off right with an interception on the first series.