Bullock hits two field goals; Texans beat Panthers 26-13

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Matt Schaub led one scoring drive and threw an interception in his first action since breaking right foot last season, and the Houston Texans beat the Carolina Panthers 26-13 on Saturday night in the preseason opener for both teams.

Schaub completed three passes for 52 yards on Houston's opening drive, including a 22-yard strike on third down the seam to Owen Daniels to set up a field goal.

Aggie Randy Bullock connected on two field goals and two extra points. His final field goal was a 52-yarder in the fourth quarter. Bullock is battling Shayne Graham for the Texans kicking job. Graham also went 2-2 on field goals.

Houston's next two possessions ended in turnovers when Arian Foster fumbled and Schaub's pass was intercepted by linebacker Jason Phillips on a bad throw over the middle.

Playing without his top weapon Andre Johnson, Schaub finished 3 of 6 for 52 yards for Houston.

Cam Newton's night also was short and not all that productive for Carolina.

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