The Houston Texans' offense struggled significantly in the first half against the Minnesota Vikings, highlighted by an unusual sequence of three consecutive false start penalties from different offensive linemen. This occurred while the Texans were attempting to recover from a 14-0 deficit.

Right tackle Tytus Howard, center Juice Scruggs, and left tackle Laremy Tunsil each incurred penalties on three successive plays, much to the dismay of head official Shawn Hochuli and viewers alike. The Texans ultimately failed to convert on the ensuing third down and were forced to punt.

Tunsil had a particularly challenging half with five penalties, reflecting a larger issue as the team collectively racked up seven penalties before halftime. Coach DeMeco Ryans expressed his frustration and emphasized the need for better discipline and awareness moving forward.