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Texans at Chargers: John McClain's keys to victory

John McClain shares what to watch for during the Texans' game Sunday afternoon against the Chargers at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

Texans' three keys to victory

1. Carlos Hyde and Duke Johnson have to continue to run the ball consistently against a mediocre Chargers’ run defense.

2. The pass protectors have to keep ends Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram III away from Deshaun Watson so he’ll have time to throw.

3. J.J. Watt and Whitney Mercilus must pressure Philip Rivers to disrupt his timing with receivers Kennan Allen and Mike Williams.

Chargers' three keys to victory

1. Running backs Austin Ekeler and Justin Jackson have to help the offense control the ball to keep the defense on its heels.

2. Philip Rivers needs time. He’s a pocket passer who throws to wide receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams down the field.

3. The outside linebackers must set the edge against the running game and not allow Deshaun Watson to get outside the pocket.







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