Brandon McManus made a triumphant return to the NFL as he kicked a game-winning field goal for the Green Bay Packers against the Houston Texans. The Packers secured a 24-22 victory in a thrilling game that left both teams with a 5-2 record for the season.
The game was a back-and-forth battle between the two teams, with the Packers taking the lead early on after a touchdown pass from Jordan Love to Tucker Kraft. However, the Texans quickly responded and regained the lead after recovering a fumble by Corey Ballentine and scoring a touchdown.
In the second half, the Packers fought back and regained the lead with a touchdown by Josh Jacobs, who also made personal history by catching his first receiving touchdown in the NFL. The Texans managed to score a field goal to bring the game within one point, but it was not enough as time ran out.
Jordan Love had an impressive performance for the Packers, throwing for 220 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. His top target was Romeo Doubs, who had eight catches for 94 yards. On the other side, Joe Mixon had a strong game for the Texans, rushing for 115 yards and scoring two touchdowns.
Overall, it was a thrilling game that showcased the talent and resilience of both teams. Brandon McManus’ game-winning field goal will surely be remembered as a key moment in the Packers’ season.