HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans entered the season with very different expectations.

Three games in, they’re in the same spot: both winless entering Sunday’s AFC South matchup.

Though the Texans were predicted to win the division for a third straight year and most thought the Titans were in for another tough season, they’re now each simply trying to get out of the losing column.

“Desperate as hell to get a win, I tell you that,” Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons said.

As a leader on the team, Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud has put it on his shoulders to motivate his teammates and make sure they don’t get down as they try to turn things around.

“Stay together,” he said. “Stick together. Stay positive. Be urgent. Simple things like that. I think everybody k

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