The Denver Broncos defense got off to a good start on Sunday, as Elvis Dumervil sacked Matt Schaub for a safety on Houston's first offensive play. Since then, the Texans have dominated and taken a 21-11 lead into halftime at Sports Authority Field at Mile High Stadium.
Peyton Manning is 12 of 22 for 168 yards, but he hasn't received much help. Willis McGahee has rushed 10 times for 38 yards, and Eric Decker leads Denver in receiving with 68 yards on four catches. The Bronco defense has allowed Houston to rack up 285 offensive yards.
Matt Prater has provided the entirety of Denver's offensive scoring, connecting on three field goals. Prater has hit from 32, 23 and 53 yards.
Texans quarterback Matt Schaub is 10 of 17 passing for 199 yards, three scores and one interception. Arian Foster has 53 rushing yards on nine carries, and Kevin Walter has two catches for 70 yards.
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