Patriots lead Texans 21-10 at halftime after Stroud throws four interceptions

Cbssports reports that at halftime in Foxborough the New England Patriots lead the Houston Texans 21-10, fueled by a dominant defensive effort and two touchdown passes from Drake Maye.

Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud has thrown four first-half interceptions — tied for the most in a single half in any postseason game in the last 35 years — including a pick-six to Marcus Jones. Stroud's halftime line is 10-for-26 for 124 yards with one touchdown and four interceptions, and the Texans have committed five turnovers and are 1-for-4 in the red zone. Patriots defenders Carlton Davis (two interceptions), Marcus Jones (returned one for a touchdown) and Craig Woodson also recorded takeaways.

Weather at Gillette Stadium has featured snow and a slick playing surface, and injuries are a factor: Dalton Schultz is out with a calf issue, Woody Marks is questionable to return, and Rhamondre Stevenson is also listed as questionable. It remains to be seen whether Houston will stick with Stroud or turn to Davis Mills in the second half.

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