Tyrod Taylor is back under center. That makes a huge difference for Houston. Taylor is a professional. Rookie Davis Mills was a rank amateur in way above his head as a starting NFL quarterback.

Taylor played six quarters before he was injured. The Texans outscored their two opponents, 51-35, during that span.

No Taylor isn't some savior. He's a veteran journeyman. The Texans are one of the worst teams in the NFL. But their 1-7 record is the same as Miami's.

The Dolphins give up even more yards than the Texans. Miami ranks 31st in defensive total yards and 29th in scoring defense permitting 29.1 points.

The Dolphins on offense are just as bad ranking in the bottom-four in yards gained, points, rushing yards and turnovers.

Houston has a bye next week. So the Texans should be putting forth a strong effort.

Miami isn't nearly the playoff team it was last season. So you have to wonder about the Dolphins' morale.