Marcus Jones pick-six gives Patriots 14-10 lead in second quarter

Marcus Jones pick-six gives Patriots 14-10 lead in second quarter

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The New England Patriots have taken the lead against the Houston Texans with a defensive touchdown. Cornerback Marcus Jones intercepted a pass from Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and returned it 26 yards for a touchdown. The play occurred on a first-and-10 at Houston's 25-yard line, where Stroud, under significant pressure from K’Lavon Chaisson, made an errant throw that resulted in his second interception of the game. Jones capitalized on the mistake by running the ball to the end zone, contributing to the Patriots' score. Stroud's performance currently stands at 9-of-17 for 108 yards, with one touchdown and two interceptions.

Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/authors/myles-simmonson January 18, 2026
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