 Ryan Fitzpatrick was traded to the New York Jets and quarterback Ryan Mallett was released amidst controversy regarding his benching in favor of Brian Hoyer during a loss against the Indianapolis Colts.After a poor start, the Texans finished with a 9–7 record and won their third AFC South title.However, they were shut out by the Kansas City Chiefs in the Wild Card round 30–0, ending their championship hopes for the year.