 After a 3–4 start that included an offensive shootout between Watson and Russell Wilson of the Seattle Seahawks, the Texans struggled after being forced to play Savage and T. J. Yates in Watson's stead, finishing with a 4–12 record.Owner Bob McNair died during the season on November 23, 2018, passing ownership of the team to his wife Janice and son Cal.Despite an 0–3 start, the Texans won the next nine games in a row, culminating in an 11–5 record and an AFC South divisional title.