Texans finally find a way to finish, win a game

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View in browser FALL SALE! Unlimited Digital Access: 6 Months for 99¢. Subscribe Today. Good morning. Here are the top sports stories around Houston today: Photo: Phelan M. Ebenhack/Associated Press Finally, some finish A fourth-down stop on defense and a vital third-down pass were among key plays the Texans made down the stretch in the first win.   Pierce the punisher. A fourth-quarter run left his teammates in awe as Dameon Pierce bounced and ran over defender after defender to set up the Texans' winning TD.   Day baseball on tap The Astros will open their playoff series against the division rival Mariners with two afternoon games at Minute Maid Park.   Rockets at Heat: What to watch for Fresh off a pair of home routs, the Rockets will match up with an Eastern Conference contender for their first road game of the preseason tonight in Miami.   TCU still the one A big win at Kansas keeps TCU atop our Texas college football rankings.   Greg Rajan Texas Sports Nation editor greg.rajan@chron.com Sponsored Content   Shopping 10 foods that are high in potassium Up your potassium intake by adding one (or all) of these foods to your daily diet.   Shopping The best places to buy outdoor plants online You don't need to leave the house to get some greenery for your home.   FALL SALE: Get 6 Months for 99¢ Unlimited Digital Access Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2022 Hearst Communications