Quick answer
- Winner
- Houston Texans
- Final score
- Houston Texans 23–7 Cleveland Browns
- Halftime
- Houston Texans 14–7 Cleveland Browns at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- R. Mallett
- Top passer
- Brian Hoyer
- Biggest EPA play
- (3:11) (No Huddle) 34-I.Crowell left guard to HOU 20 for -1 yards (56-B.Cushing). FUMBLES …
- Game date
- 2014-11-16
Game summary
The Houston Texans beat the Cleveland Browns 23–7 on 2014-11-16. R. Mallett posted a game-high +7.17 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Houston Texans | 7 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 23 |
 Cleveland Browns | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
HOUHouston Texans(7:13) 15-R.Mallett pass short left to 99-J.Watt for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. J.J. Watt reports as an eligible receiver The Replay Official challenged the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field was confirmed.
4-R.Bullock extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
(9:06) (No Huddle) 6-B.Hoyer pass short right to 16-A.Hawkins for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
8-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-57-C.Yount, Holder-5-S.Lanning.
(:28) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 15-R.Mallett pass short middle to 88-G.Graham for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-R.Bullock extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
(5:21) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
(9:51) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
(2:52) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
CLECleveland BrownsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q1 7:13TD JWJ. WattPoints+6
- Yard line
- CLE 2
- Score
- 6-0
(7:13) 15-R.Mallett pass short left to 99-J.Watt for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. J.J. Watt reports as an eligible receiver The Replay Official challenged the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field was confirmed.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q1 7:09XP Points+1
- Yard line
- CLE 2
- Score
- 7-0
4-R.Bullock extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
- CLECleveland Browns
Q2 9:06TD Ashtyn HawkinsPoints+6
- Yard line
- HOU 32
- Score
- 7-6
(9:06) (No Huddle) 6-B.Hoyer pass short right to 16-A.Hawkins for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CLECleveland Browns
Q2 8:58XP BCB. CundiffPoints+1
- Yard line
- HOU 2
- Score
- 7-7
8-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-57-C.Yount, Holder-5-S.Lanning.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q2 0:28TD GGG. GrahamPoints+6
- Yard line
- CLE 20
- Score
- 13-7
(:28) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 15-R.Mallett pass short middle to 88-G.Graham for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q2 0:23XP Points+1
- Yard line
- CLE 2
- Score
- 14-7
4-R.Bullock extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q3 5:21FG Points+3
- Yard line
- CLE 28
- Score
- 17-7
(5:21) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q4 9:51FG Points+3
- Yard line
- CLE 19
- Score
- 20-7
(9:51) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q4 2:52FG Points+3
- Yard line
- CLE 32
- Score
- 23-7
(2:52) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1R. Mallett · Houston Texans · Passing · +7.17 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 2
Austin Johnson · Houston Texans · Receiving · +5.72 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.57 EPA/play - 3G. Graham · Houston Texans · Receiving · +4.16 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.08 EPA/play
- 4A. Blue · Houston Texans · Rushing · +3.88 total EPA · 36 snaps · +0.11 EPA/play
- 5J. Dray · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +3.18 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.59 EPA/play
- 6I. Crowell · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +1.12 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 7
Dustin Hopkins · Houston Texans · Receiving · +1.10 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.14 EPA/play - 8J. Watt · Houston Texans · Receiving · +0.77 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.77 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
R. Mallett — HOU · Passing
R. Mallett posted the highest total EPA (+7.17) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Houston Texans. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.22 EPA per play.
R. Mallett's top snap (+4.14 EPA): (11:16) (Shotgun) 15-R.Mallett pass deep right to 10-D.Hopkins to CLE 47 for 41 yards (22-B.Skrine).
Biggest single play (-5.08 EPA): I. Crowell — (3:11) (No Huddle) 34-I.Crowell left guard to HOU 20 for -1 yards (56-B.Cushing). FUMBLES (56-B.Cushing), RECOVERED by HOU-99-J.Watt at HOU 22. 99-J.Watt to HOU 22 for no gain (6-B.Hoyer).
Quarterback report card
Brian Hoyer led all passers in efficiency for Cleveland Browns, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Brian Hoyer (Cleveland Browns) · 53 dropbacks · 37.7% completion · -19.5% CPOE · -0.21 EPA/play · -11.24 total EPA
- R. Mallett (Houston Texans) · 32 dropbacks · 62.5% completion · +5.6% CPOE · +0.22 EPA/play · +7.17 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Houston Texans | Cleveland Browns |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.027 | -0.175 |
| Offensive success rate | 48.0% | 38.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.224 | -0.212 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.019 | -0.388 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.175 | -0.027 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.9% | 52.0% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Houston Texans generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.03 vs -0.17), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Houston Texans: +0.03 EPA/play (60th percentile vs. 2014 team-game averages)
- Cleveland Browns: -0.17 EPA/play (16th percentile vs. 2014 team-game averages)
- Cleveland Browns: 13 drives, -16.93 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Houston Texans: 13 drives, +2.71 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Houston Texans — J. Watt (R. Mallett pass)
- Cleveland Browns — Ashtyn Hawkins (Brian Hoyer pass)
- Houston Texans — G. Graham (R. Mallett pass)
Field goals
- Houston Texans — Randy Bullock
- Houston Texans — Randy Bullock
- Houston Texans — Randy Bullock
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Houston Texans won the period 7–0. Houston Texans found the end zone from the CLE 2 (Q1 7:13); Houston Texans added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q1 7:09) — 4-R.Bullock extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Cleveland Browns found the end zone from the HOU 32 (Q2 9:06) — (9:06) (No Huddle) 6-B.Hoyer pass short right to 16-A.Hawkins for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cleveland Browns added 1 points from the HOU 2 (Q2 8:58) — 8-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-57-C.Yount, Holder-5-S.Lanning.; Houston Texans found the end zone from the CLE 20 (Q2 0:28) — (:28) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 15-R.Mallett pass short middle to 88-G.Graham for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Houston Texans added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q2 0:23) — 4-R.Bullock extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The third quarter: Houston Texans won the period 3–0. Houston Texans connected on a field goal from the CLE 28 (Q3 5:21) — (5:21) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The fourth quarter: Houston Texans won the period 6–0. Houston Texans connected on a field goal from the CLE 19 (Q4 9:51) — (9:51) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Houston Texans connected on a field goal from the CLE 32 (Q4 2:52) — (2:52) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 3:11) — (3:11) (No Huddle) 34-I.Crowell left guard to HOU 20 for -1 yards (56-B.Cushing). FUMBLES (56-B.Cushing), RECOVERED by HOU-99-J.Watt at HOU 22. 99-J.Watt to HOU 22 for no gain (6-B.Hoyer).
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 9:06) — (9:06) (No Huddle) 6-B.Hoyer pass short right to 16-A.Hawkins for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Houston Texans (Q1 0:39) — (:39) 15-R.Mallett pass deep left intended for 10-D.Hopkins INTERCEPTED by 23-J.Haden at CLE -6. Touchback.
- Houston Texans (Q2 7:11) — (7:11) (Shotgun) 15-R.Mallett Aborted. 55-C.Myers FUMBLES at HOU 47, recovered by HOU-28-A.Blue at HOU 27. 28-A.Blue to HOU 27 for no gain (53-C.Robertson).
- Houston Texans (Q1 11:16) — (11:16) (Shotgun) 15-R.Mallett pass deep right to 10-D.Hopkins to CLE 47 for 41 yards (22-B.Skrine).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 3:11) — (3:11) (No Huddle) 34-I.Crowell left guard to HOU 20 for -1 yards (56-B.Cushing). FUMBLES (56-B.Cushing), RECOVERED by HOU-99-J.Watt at HOU 22. 99-J.Watt to HOU 22 for no gain (6-B.Hoyer).
- Cleveland Browns (Q4 6:54) — (6:54) (Shotgun) 6-B.Hoyer pass incomplete short middle to 19-M.Austin. PENALTY on CLE-77-J.Greco, Chop Block, 15 yards, enforced between downs.
- Houston Texans (Q1 11:16) — (11:16) (Shotgun) 15-R.Mallett pass deep right to 10-D.Hopkins to CLE 47 for 41 yards (22-B.Skrine).
- Houston Texans (Q1 0:39) — (:39) 15-R.Mallett pass deep left intended for 10-D.Hopkins INTERCEPTED by 23-J.Haden at CLE -6. Touchback.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Houston Texans TD (+6) — Q1 7:13 · CLE 2 · Score 6-0
(7:13) 15-R.Mallett pass short left to 99-J.Watt for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. J.J. Watt reports as an eligible receiver The Replay Official challenged the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. T - Houston Texans XP (+1) — Q1 7:09 · CLE 2 · Score 7-0
4-R.Bullock extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Cleveland Browns TD (+6) — Q2 9:06 · HOU 32 · Score 7-6
(9:06) (No Huddle) 6-B.Hoyer pass short right to 16-A.Hawkins for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cleveland Browns XP (+1) — Q2 8:58 · HOU 2 · Score 7-7
8-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-57-C.Yount, Holder-5-S.Lanning. - Houston Texans TD (+6) — Q2 0:28 · CLE 20 · Score 13-7
(:28) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 15-R.Mallett pass short middle to 88-G.Graham for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Houston Texans XP (+1) — Q2 0:23 · CLE 2 · Score 14-7
4-R.Bullock extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Houston Texans FG (+3) — Q3 5:21 · CLE 28 · Score 17-7
(5:21) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Houston Texans FG (+3) — Q4 9:51 · CLE 19 · Score 20-7
(9:51) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Houston Texans FG (+3) — Q4 2:52 · CLE 32 · Score 23-7
(2:52) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Bullock 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Houston Texans earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- R. Mallett (Houston Texans) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Brian Hoyer (CLE) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
- R. Mallett (HOU) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Houston Texans vs Cleveland Browns on 2014-11-16?
The Houston Texans beat the Cleveland Browns 23-7 in Week 11, 2014.
What was the score by quarter in Houston Texans vs Cleveland Browns?
Q1: Houston Texans 7, Cleveland Browns 0; Q2: Houston Texans 7, Cleveland Browns 7; Q3: Houston Texans 3, Cleveland Browns 0; Q4: Houston Texans 6, Cleveland Browns 0; Final: Houston Texans 23, Cleveland Browns 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Houston Texans vs Cleveland Browns?
Houston Texans touchdown — J. Watt (R. Mallett pass) (Q1 7:13) Cleveland Browns touchdown — A. Hawkins (B. Hoyer pass) (Q2 9:06) Houston Texans touchdown — G. Graham (R. Mallett pass) (Q2 0:28) Houston Texans field goal — R. Bullock (Q3 5:21, 3 pts) Houston Texans field goal — R. Bullock (Q4 9:51, 3 pts) Houston Texans field goal — R. Bullock (Q4 2:52, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Houston Texans vs Cleveland Browns?
Brian Hoyer (Cleveland Browns), 37.7% completion, -19.5% CPOE, -0.21 EPA per dropback, -11.24 total passing EPA. R. Mallett (Houston Texans), 62.5% completion, +5.6% CPOE, +0.22 EPA per dropback, +7.17 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Houston Texans vs Cleveland Browns?
R. Mallett (Houston Texans) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +7.17 total EPA on Passing plays. across 32 snaps. Their top snap (+4.14 EPA): (11:16) (Shotgun) 15-R.Mallett pass deep right to 10-D.Hopkins to CLE 47 for 41 yards (22-B.Skrine)..
Season records after this game
Houston Texans
Entered 4-5 Now 5-5 W
Cleveland Browns
Entered 6-3 Now 6-4 L
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