It’s hard to find a silver lining to the Houston Texans’ humiliating loss to the New England Patriots in primetime on Thursday night. The Texans were supposed to show off their new-look offense, led by quarterback Brock Osweiler, and prove that they were a true contender. Instead, they were shut out and embarrassed by the Patriots’ tough defense and third-string, rookie quarterback.
The latest edition of Tom Brady’s TB Times said it all:
But there was one small consolation:
Since the #Texans rushed for over 100 yards, enjoy a free 6pc McNuggets from @McD_Houston.
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) September 23, 2016
Lamar Miller helped push the Texans over 100 yards rushing for the night. That meaningless stat unlocked a throwaway coupon for some McNuggets. Apparently, this didn’t cut the mustard (or barbecue sauce) with most fans:
How's about y'all play some McDefense?
— 20 Pearls (@Dawgteam1911) September 23, 2016
Anywhere handing out free donuts? You know, for the goose egg? @HoustonTexans https://t.co/PpvCvzj8Jk
— Adam Kaufman (@AdamMKaufman) September 23, 2016
6 piece? I would've preferred 6 points, AT LEAST!
— Jesse (@956TXN) September 23, 2016
No thanks. I have no appetite after last nights beat down.
— Stuck in my Dad bod (@dirtyfinnernail) September 23, 2016
does that come with a shot of whiskey so I can numb the pain of that awful loss?
— Alex 🇺🇸🖤 (@SuperiorGreaser) September 23, 2016
This is what happens when brands swing and miss on Twitter. It’s a beautiful thing to watch unfold.
H/T Fox Sports
Austin Powell is the former managing editor of the Daily Dot. His work focuses on the intersection of entertainment and technology. He previously served as a music columnist for the Austin Chronicle and is the co-author of The Austin Chronicle Music Anthology.
