Pregame slideshow: Texans vs. Patriots
A Texans fan with a Battle Red mohawk haircut tailgates before the New England game.
The Texans fan on stilts, up close.
The tallest Texans fan gets ready for the game outside Reliant Stadium.
A Texans fan shows off his team poncho at the 3T's tailgate.
The 3T's Tailgate was rocking before the game, with plenty of fried fish, fajitas and friends.
DT Shaun Cody catches a pass during the pregame warmups.
Rookie corner Brice McCain before the game against New England.
OG Antoine Caldwell prepares for the game with the Patriots.
2010 Pro Bowl linebacker Brian Cushing gets set for the game against New England.
OT Eric Winston prepares for the game against the Patriots.
Assistant coach and Pro Football Hall of Famer Bruce Matthews takes in the pregame scene before the game against the Patriots.
2010 Pro Bowl linebacker Brian Cushing stretches before the game against the Patriots.
