Texans QB Ryan Mallett replaces struggling Brian Hoyer

It didn't take long for Texans quarterback Brian Hoyer to get benched, at least temporarily. He was removed with 6:10 remaining in the season opener against Kansas City in favor of Ryan Mallett after a poor performance.

Hoyer completed just 18 of 33 pass attempts for 236 yards and threw one interception. He did throw a touchdown pass, however, in the 27-20 loss to the Chiefs.

Hoyer beat out Mallett for the starting job in the preseason. Coach Bill O'Brien did not provide any immediate clarity on the team's quarterback situation moving forward.