Quick answer
- Winner
- Tennessee Titans
- Final score
- Tennessee Titans 24–13 Houston Texans
- Halftime
- Tied 10–10 at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- T. Savage
- Top passer
- T. Savage
- Biggest EPA play
- (:57) 22-D.Henry left end for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-60-B.Jones, Taunting, 15…
- Game date
- 2017-12-03
Game summary
The Tennessee Titans beat the Houston Texans 24–13 on 2017-12-03. T. Savage posted a game-high +12.91 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Houston Texans | 3 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 13 |
 Tennessee Titans | 0 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 24 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
HOUHouston Texans
(9:25) (Field Goal formation) 7-K.Fairbairn 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
(10:48) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass short left to 89-S.Anderson for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands.
7-K.Fairbairn extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
(4:23) (Shotgun) 8-M.Mariota scrambles left end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
(:08) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Succop 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
(:09) 8-M.Mariota pass deep middle to 82-D.Walker for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-D.Reader]. TEN-82-D.Walker was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
(4:42) (Field Goal formation) 7-K.Fairbairn 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
(:57) 22-D.Henry left end for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-60-B.Jones, Taunting, 15 yards, enforced between downs.
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
TENTennessee TitansFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q1 9:25FG Ka'imi FairbairnPoints+3
- Yard line
- TEN 5
- Score
- 3-0
(9:25) (Field Goal formation) 7-K.Fairbairn 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q2 10:48TD Spencer AndersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- TEN 4
- Score
- 9-0
(10:48) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass short left to 89-S.Anderson for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q2 10:40XP Ka'imi FairbairnPoints+1
- Yard line
- TEN 15
- Score
- 10-0
7-K.Fairbairn extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
- TENTennessee Titans
Q2 4:23TD Marcus MariotaPoints+6
- Yard line
- HOU 9
- Score
- 10-6
(4:23) (Shotgun) 8-M.Mariota scrambles left end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- TENTennessee Titans
Q2 4:18XP RSR. SuccopPoints+1
- Yard line
- HOU 15
- Score
- 10-7
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
- TENTennessee Titans
Q2 0:08FG RSR. SuccopPoints+3
- Yard line
- HOU 25
- Score
- 10-10
(:08) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Succop 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
- TENTennessee Titans
Q3 0:09TD Devontez WalkerPoints+6
- Yard line
- HOU 24
- Score
- 10-16
(:09) 8-M.Mariota pass deep middle to 82-D.Walker for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-D.Reader]. TEN-82-D.Walker was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
- TENTennessee Titans
Q3 0:03XP RSR. SuccopPoints+1
- Yard line
- HOU 15
- Score
- 10-17
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
- HOUHouston Texans
Q4 4:42FG Ka'imi FairbairnPoints+3
- Yard line
- TEN 24
- Score
- 13-17
(4:42) (Field Goal formation) 7-K.Fairbairn 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
- TENTennessee Titans
Q4 0:57TD Derrick HenryPoints+6
- Yard line
- HOU 75
- Score
- 13-23
(:57) 22-D.Henry left end for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-60-B.Jones, Taunting, 15 yards, enforced between downs.
- TENTennessee Titans
Q4 0:46XP RSR. SuccopPoints+1
- Yard line
- HOU 15
- Score
- 13-24
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1T. Savage · Houston Texans · Passing · +12.91 total EPA · 57 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 2Devontez Walker · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +7.25 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.45 EPA/play
- 3Marcus Mariota · Tennessee Titans · Passing · +7.07 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 4Spencer Anderson · Houston Texans · Receiving · +5.80 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.48 EPA/play
- 5Blake Miller · Houston Texans · Receiving · +5.72 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.43 EPA/play
- 6Derrick Henry · Tennessee Titans · Rushing · +5.61 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.51 EPA/play
- 7A. Ellington · Houston Texans · Receiving · +3.52 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.59 EPA/play
- 8D. Murray · Tennessee Titans · Rushing · +2.05 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.19 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
T. Savage — HOU · Passing
T. Savage posted the highest total EPA (+12.91) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Houston Texans. Across 57 counted snaps, they averaged +0.23 EPA per play.
T. Savage's top snap (+5.22 EPA): (12:10) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass deep middle to 13-B.Miller to TEN 3 for 57 yards (25-A.Jackson) [97-K.Klug].
Biggest single play (+6.87 EPA): Derrick Henry — (:57) 22-D.Henry left end for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-60-B.Jones, Taunting, 15 yards, enforced between downs.
Quarterback report card
T. Savage led all passers in efficiency for Houston Texans, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T. Savage (Houston Texans) · 57 dropbacks · 54.4% completion · +3.6% CPOE · +0.23 EPA/play · +12.91 total EPA
- Marcus Mariota (Tennessee Titans) · 32 dropbacks · 46.9% completion · +7.2% CPOE · +0.22 EPA/play · +7.07 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Houston Texans | Tennessee Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.031 | +0.172 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.8% | 46.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.226 | +0.221 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.281 | +0.348 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.172 | -0.031 |
| Defensive success rate | 53.6% | 58.2% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Tennessee Titans held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.17 vs +0.03), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Houston Texans: +0.03 EPA/play (65th percentile vs. 2017 team-game averages)
- Tennessee Titans: +0.17 EPA/play (91st percentile vs. 2017 team-game averages)
- Houston Texans: 11 drives, +3.08 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Tennessee Titans: 9 drives, +11.87 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Houston Texans — Spencer Anderson (T. Savage pass)
- Tennessee Titans — Marcus Mariota
- Tennessee Titans — Devontez Walker (Marcus Mariota pass)
- Tennessee Titans — Derrick Henry
Field goals
- Houston Texans — Ka'imi Fairbairn
- Tennessee Titans — R. Succop
- Houston Texans — Ka'imi Fairbairn
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Houston Texans won the period 3–0. Houston Texans connected on a field goal from the TEN 5 (Q1 9:25) — (9:25) (Field Goal formation) 7-K.Fairbairn 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The second quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 10–7. Houston Texans found the end zone from the TEN 4 (Q2 10:48); Houston Texans added 1 points from the TEN 15 (Q2 10:40) — 7-K.Fairbairn extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the HOU 9 (Q2 4:23) — (4:23) (Shotgun) 8-M.Mariota scrambles left end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the HOU 15 (Q2 4:18) — 4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.; Tennessee Titans connected on a field goal from the HOU 25 (Q2 0:08) — (:08) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Succop 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern..
The third quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 7–0. Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the HOU 24 (Q3 0:09); Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the HOU 15 (Q3 0:03) — 4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern..
The fourth quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 7–3. Houston Texans connected on a field goal from the TEN 24 (Q4 4:42) — (4:42) (Field Goal formation) 7-K.Fairbairn 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the HOU 75 (Q4 0:57) — (:57) 22-D.Henry left end for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-60-B.Jones, Taunting, 15 yards, enforced between downs.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the HOU 15 (Q4 0:46) — 4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Houston Texans (Q4 1:13) — (1:13) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass deep right intended for 10-D.Hopkins INTERCEPTED by 36-L.Sims at TEN -8. 36-L.Sims to TEN 15 for 23 yards. The Replay Official reviewed the runner was not down by cont
- Houston Texans (Q4 1:54) — (1:54) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass deep right to 89-S.Anderson to TEN 29 for 22 yards (36-L.Sims). The Replay Official reviewed the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the fie
- Tennessee Titans (Q3 0:09) — (:09) 8-M.Mariota pass deep middle to 82-D.Walker for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-D.Reader]. TEN-82-D.Walker was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 4:59) — (4:59) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Succop 40 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
- Houston Texans (Q2 12:10) — (12:10) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass deep middle to 13-B.Miller to TEN 3 for 57 yards (25-A.Jackson) [97-K.Klug].
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Tennessee Titans (Q4 0:57) — (:57) 22-D.Henry left end for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-60-B.Jones, Taunting, 15 yards, enforced between downs.
- Houston Texans (Q2 12:10) — (12:10) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass deep middle to 13-B.Miller to TEN 3 for 57 yards (25-A.Jackson) [97-K.Klug].
- Houston Texans (Q4 1:13) — (1:13) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass deep right intended for 10-D.Hopkins INTERCEPTED by 36-L.Sims at TEN -8. 36-L.Sims to TEN 15 for 23 yards. The Replay Official reviewed the runner was not down by cont
- Houston Texans (Q1 13:17) — (13:17) (Punt formation) 9-S.Lechler punts 54 yards to TEN 12, Center-46-J.Weeks. 25-A.Jackson to TEN 37 for 25 yards (28-A.Blue). FUMBLES (28-A.Blue), RECOVERED by HOU-22-J.Todman at TEN 41. 22-J.Tod
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Houston Texans FG (+3) — Q1 9:25 · TEN 5 · Score 3-0
(9:25) (Field Goal formation) 7-K.Fairbairn 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Houston Texans TD (+6) — Q2 10:48 · TEN 4 · Score 9-0
(10:48) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass short left to 89-S.Anderson for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands. - Houston Texans XP (+1) — Q2 10:40 · TEN 15 · Score 10-0
7-K.Fairbairn extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q2 4:23 · HOU 9 · Score 10-6
(4:23) (Shotgun) 8-M.Mariota scrambles left end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q2 4:18 · HOU 15 · Score 10-7
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Tennessee Titans FG (+3) — Q2 0:08 · HOU 25 · Score 10-10
(:08) (Field Goal formation) 4-R.Succop 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q3 0:09 · HOU 24 · Score 10-16
(:09) 8-M.Mariota pass deep middle to 82-D.Walker for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-D.Reader]. TEN-82-D.Walker was injured during the play. His return is Questionable. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q3 0:03 · HOU 15 · Score 10-17
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Houston Texans FG (+3) — Q4 4:42 · TEN 24 · Score 13-17
(4:42) (Field Goal formation) 7-K.Fairbairn 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Weeks, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q4 0:57 · HOU 75 · Score 13-23
(:57) 22-D.Henry left end for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-60-B.Jones, Taunting, 15 yards, enforced between downs. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q4 0:46 · HOU 15 · Score 13-24
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Tennessee Titans earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- T. Savage (Houston Texans) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- T. Savage (HOU) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
- Marcus Mariota (TEN) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Houston Texans vs Tennessee Titans on 2017-12-03?
The Tennessee Titans beat the Houston Texans 24-13 in Week 13, 2017.
What was the score by quarter in Houston Texans vs Tennessee Titans?
Q1: Houston Texans 3, Tennessee Titans 0; Q2: Houston Texans 7, Tennessee Titans 10; Q3: Houston Texans 0, Tennessee Titans 7; Q4: Houston Texans 3, Tennessee Titans 7; Final: Houston Texans 13, Tennessee Titans 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Houston Texans vs Tennessee Titans?
Houston Texans touchdown — S. Anderson (T. Savage pass) (Q2 10:48) Tennessee Titans touchdown — M. Mariota (Q2 4:23) Tennessee Titans touchdown — D. Walker (M. Mariota pass) (Q3 0:09) Tennessee Titans touchdown — D. Henry (Q4 0:57) Houston Texans field goal — K. Fairbairn (Q1 9:25, 3 pts) Tennessee Titans field goal — R. Succop (Q2 0:08, 3 pts) Houston Texans field goal — K. Fairbairn (Q4 4:42, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Houston Texans vs Tennessee Titans?
T. Savage (Houston Texans), 54.4% completion, +3.6% CPOE, +0.23 EPA per dropback, +12.91 total passing EPA. Marcus Mariota (Tennessee Titans), 46.9% completion, +7.2% CPOE, +0.22 EPA per dropback, +7.07 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Houston Texans vs Tennessee Titans?
T. Savage (Houston Texans) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +12.91 total EPA on Passing plays. across 57 snaps. Their top snap (+5.22 EPA): (12:10) (Shotgun) 3-T.Savage pass deep middle to 13-B.Miller to TEN 3 for 57 yards (25-A.Jackson) [97-K.Klug]..
Season records after this game
Houston Texans
Entered 4-7 Now 4-8 L
Tennessee Titans
Entered 7-4 Now 8-4 W
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