Scoop-and-score gives Texans 27-10 lead

Houston Texans take an early lead against the Indianapolis Colts

The Houston Texans took an early lead against the Indianapolis Colts in their Week 1 matchup on Sunday, thanks to a scoop-and-score touchdown by defensive end Jonathan Greenard.

Greenard scooped up a fumble by Colts quarterback Matt Ryan and returned it 27 yards for a touchdown in the second quarter. The Texans also scored a field goal in the first quarter, giving them a 10-0 lead.

The Colts finally got on the board with a field goal of their own in the second quarter, but the Texans answered back with a touchdown pass from Davis Mills to Brandin Cooks.

The Texans took a 27-10 lead into halftime.

Texans defense shines in first half

The Texans defense was impressive in the first half, holding the Colts to just 10 points.

Greenard's scoop-and-score touchdown was a big play, but the Texans also got a strong performance from their pass rush.

The Texans sacked Ryan three times in the first half and forced him to fumble twice.

Colts offense struggles in first half

The Colts offense struggled to get going in the first half.

Ryan was sacked three times and fumbled twice.

The Colts also had trouble running the ball, gaining just 38 yards on the ground.

Second half underway

The second half is underway, and the Texans are looking to build on their 27-10 lead.

The Colts need to find a way to get their offense going if they want to get back in this game.