The New England Patriots dropped their fifth consecutive loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday. However, a promising effort from rookie quarterback Drake Maye in his first NFL start saved another surefire somber post-game feeling for the Patriots.

The Houston Texans visit the New England Patriots as they go for a third win in a row. The game is being broadcast on CBS. Follow along with our staff for updates and analysis. What Joe Mixon’s return means Running back Joe Mixon is active for the first time since suffering an ankle injury in the Texans' Week 2 game against Bears.

The New England Patriots will host the Houston Texans at Gillete Stadium on Sunday during the early slate of games at 1pm EST. The Houston Texans are coming off a close 3-point victory at home against the Buffalo Bills.