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Texans Turn Low Goal-Line Snap Into Woody Marks Touchdown

Replays left outlets split on whether it was a designed trick or a botched exchange.

Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins (81) and running back Jawhar Jordan (26) celebrate a first down against the Arizona Cardinals at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. Houston Texans won the game 40-20.
Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (12) can’t hold onto to an endzone pass over Arizona Cardinals cornerback Denzel Burke (29) at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025.
Houston Texans defensive ends Denico Autry (96) and defensive end Danielle Hunter (55) celebrate after Autry sacked Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett during the first half of an NFL football game at NRG Stadium in Houston, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025.
Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (27) flips into the endzone over Arizona Cardinals cornerback Darren Hall (30) at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025.

Overview

  • The first-quarter play at NRG Stadium came from the 1-yard line against the Cardinals.
  • The snap went through C.J. Stroud’s hands and between his legs before Woody Marks scooped it and scored.
  • The Sporting News suggested the look could fit a planned wrinkle after Houston had been stuffed twice near the goal line.
  • Larry Brown Sports characterized the snap as an unplanned miscue and credited Marks for a heads-up recovery and run.
  • The touchdown helped stake Houston to a 17-0 lead by the end of the opening quarter.