Preseason Opener vs Chargers

Texans lost to Chargers in preseason opener. Rookie TE Marlin Klein stood out with a 31-yard catch. Other rookies (Woodaz, Whittington, Bond) flashed. Starters rested. QB Graham Mertz injured (knee). OL rotation with Rutledge at center went as planned. Punter competition ongoing. Granular snap-by-snap notes reinforce these observations.