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HOUSTONThe previous two weeks have not been kind to second-year quarterback . He played a role in the Houston Texans' inability to sustain drives in the 16-9 defeat to the Denver Broncos on Sept. 18. A week later, Mills threw a pair of to the Chicago Bears.Mills has only completed 55.7 percent of his pa ses over the previous two games. But by returning to NRG Stadium for the Texans showdown against the Los Angeles Chargers, Mills' performance could take a complete 180."The biggest thing is that youre comfortable at home," Mills said. "Youve played here before. You dont have to deal with the crowd noise on offense and thats a big thing on the away games, just being able to communicate pre Mike Shannon Jersey -snap and handle everything."Mills has been a better quarterback at home when compared to the .Mills' best home performance came during a Week 16 victory against the Chargers in 2021, where he completed a career-best 77.7 percent of his pa ses en route to the Texans' 41-29 win.RECORDS: Houston Texans (0-2-1) vs. Los Angeles Chargers (1-2)ODDS: The Texans are GAME TIME: Sunday, October 2, 2022, at noon CTLOCATION: NRG Stadium (Houston, Texas)TV/RADIO: CBS | KHOU11, SPORTS RADIO  Matt Carpenter Jersey 610 | 100.3 THE BULL | MEGA 101The Texans received po se sion first, where rookie running back Dameon Pierce accounted for six yards. On third down, Mills threw his first interception of the game to defensive back Nasir Adderley. Wide receiver Nico Collins was Mills' target.Change of po se sion.The Chargers made use of their takeaway with quarterback Justin Herbert connecting with wide receiver Gerald Everett in the end zone.Chargers 7, Texans 0Change of po se sion.Pierce recorded nine yards on his second attempt of the game. A pa s interference call placed the Texans on the Chargers' 43-yard line.Mills later connected with Brandin Cooks for a 15-yard gain, but a holding call on Kenyon Green pushed the Texans back by 10 yards. Defensive lineman Morgan Fox would end Houston's po se sion with a sack on Mills.Change of po se sion.Linebacker Blake Cashman nearly recorded an interception on the Chargers' first po se sion. The Texans' defense held the Chargers to a quick three-and-out.Change of po se sion.The Texans put together a solid drive led by Pierce. Mills connected with Cooks Tim McCarver Jersey  for seven yards to set up the Texans on the Chargers' 34-yard line. But Ka'imi Fairbairn would go on to mi s a 46-yard field goal attempt.Chargers 7, Texans 0The Chargers netted 64 yards on nine plays, which resulted in running back Austin Ekeler scoring Los Angeles' second touchdown of the game.Chargers 14, Texans 0Change of po se sion.Another three-and-out for the Texans. Mills had a chance to connect with wide receiver Nico Collins for a first down but overthrew his pa s attempt.Change of po se sion.Herbert connected with wide receiver Mike Williams for a 50-yard gain. Following Williams' reception, Ekeler scored his second touchdown of the day.Chargers 21, Texans 0Change of po se sion.Rookie running back Dameon Pierce broke free for a 75-yard touchdown. A major spark for the Texans.Chargers 21, Texans 7Change of po se sion.After giving up a touchdown, the Chargers recorded 77 yards on 10 plays during their next po se sion. The Texans' defense played well deep in the red zone, as the Chargers had to settle for a 23-yard field goal.Scroll to ContinueChargers 24, Texans 7Change of po se sion.Following Pierce's touchdown, the Texans failed to capitalize on the momentum.Change of po se sion.Los Angeles netted 49 yards on nine plays en route to another field goal.Chargers 27, Texans 7HalftimeThe Chargers received the ball to open the second half. A quick three-and-out for Los Angeles.Change of po se sion.Another inefficient po se sion for the Texans by recording two yards on six plays.Change of po se sion.The Chargers recorded 36 yards on their last drive, but the Texans held Los Angeles scorele s.Change of po se sion.The Texans had their best offensive drive of the game, which ended with Mills finding running back Rex Burkhead for an eight-yard touchdown. The Texans recorded 87 yards on eight plays during their last drive.Chargers 27, John Brebbia Jersey  Texans 14Change of po se sion.The Texans' defense held the Chargers to 15 yards on six plays. Punt.Change of po se sion.Mills connected with Collins for a 58-yard reception to help the Texans reach the Stan Musial Jersey  Chargers' 18-yard line. Mills would go on to find Cooks for an 18-yard touchdown on the next play.Chargers 27, Texans 21Change of po se sion.Former Texan wide receiver DeAndre Carter fumbled on the kick return. Safety M.J. Stewart made the recovery.Change of po se sion.Texans were unable to make the most out of their extra po se sion, but Houston did manage to end their drive with a 40-yard field goal.Chargers 27, Texans 24Change of po se sion.The Texans had a scary moment during their last defensive drive. Rookie defensive back Derek Stingley Jr. sustained a minor shoulder injury. Despite having Stingley return to the game, Houston's defense gave up a 14-yard reception touchdown to Ekeler.Chargers 34, Texans 24Change of po se sion.On the Texans' final drive of the game, Mills threw his second interception while targeting wide receiver Chris Moore.Change of po se sion.The Chargers take victory formation.End of Game and