AFC West

Texans Will Be Without Key Starting Offensive Lineman vs. Broncos

By Tzvi Machlin The Houston Texans came close to winning in Week 1 but were ultimately held to a tie against the rival Indianapolis Colts. Unfortunately, their hopes of winning their Week 2 game against the Denver Broncos just took a sizable hit. Speaking to the media on Friday, Texans head coach Lovie Smith announced that starting center Justin Britt will not play against the Broncos. Britt has not practiced this week due to personal reasons, which Smith did not elaborate on. Britt started 11 games at center last season in his first year with the team after joining them as a free agent. He ha…