'It's not winning football': QB CJ Stroud on Texans' penalty problems:

The Houston Texans' season took a turn for the worse after starting 0-4. They managed to win two games, including a victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars, but lost their most recent game in overtime to the New York Giants, dropping their record to 2-5. The team's issues seem to be insurmountable, with consistent penalties plaguing their performance in recent games.

Quarterback C.J. Stroud emphasized the need to fix the penalties, stating, "We have to find a way to get that fixed. It's not winning football." The team is currently on a bye week, giving them a chance to regroup and work on their issues. The Texans' defense, which was once among the best in the NFL, has struggled against both passing and rushing plays this season.

Stroud acknowledged the team's mistakes, saying, "I think we know how this goes. We're going to get a bunch of people talking crazy." On offense, Stroud has performed well, but the team's run game has been a significant problem. They currently lack two running backs, with Jawhar Jordan on injured reserve and David Montgomery only marginally effective when healthy.

Woody Marks appears to be Houston's top back once again, but he has only managed to average 3.5 yards per carry against the Giants. The Texans have already made trades for two wide receivers and may consider another trade if needed. The team's next game is against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 9.