THREE KEYS FOR TEXANS

1 Deshaun Watson has to spread the ball around to a multitude of receivers, not commit turnovers and convert on third down and in the red zone.

2 Romeo Crennel’s defense has to contain a trio of running backs led by Sony Michel and find a way to get persistent pressure on Tom Brady.

3 Special teams have to impact the game by affecting field position, and Ka’imi Fairbairn has to make his field goals and extra points.