Texans coach Bill O’Brien may have a quarterback controversy.

O’Brien has been adamant that 27-year-old Tom Savage will be his starer for the 2017 season.

But rookie Deshaun Watson proved effective in Wednesday night’s 27-17 preseason loss in Carolina.

Watson completed 15 of his 25 attempts for 179 yards. He added 24 yards on the ground on three rushing attempts, including a third-quarter touchdown.

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) works against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2017, in Charlotte, N.C.

Credit: Jason E. Miczek

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Credit: Jason E. Miczek