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Smith replaces Hill at QB for second half, but rally falls short vs. Slaton, Texans

Associated Press

Sunday, October 25, 2009

HOUSTON -- The Houston Texans have consecutive wins for the first time this season. Never mind that they almost let this one slip away with a poor second half. Steve Slaton scored two touchdowns and the Texans built a big lead before holding on for a 24-21 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. The Texans (4-3) led 21-0 at halftime, then withstood a rally led by backup quarterback Alex Smith. Eugene Wilson's interception on fourth down halted the 49ers' last-gasp drive. "We get down, ...

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