The Philadelphia Eagles bucked the loss of starting quarterback Nick Foles who suffered a broken left clavicle in the first quarter and turned to back-up QB Mark Sanchez, who had 202 passing yards (15-of-22 completions) for two touchdowns and two interceptions, to lead the team to a 31-21 road victory over the Houston Texans.

Jeremy Maclin had 158 yards (6 catches) while Philadelphia's running back crew had a good day as LeSean McCoy finished with 117 rushing yards, Darren Sproles 63 total yards and Chris Polk had 50 rushing yards and a touchdown.

For Houston, Ryan Fitzpatrick passed for 203 yards (13-of-27 completions) with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception and DeAndre Hopkins had 115 yards on 6 catches.

Philadelphia's game plan was containing Arian Foster and it worked as the Texans star quarterback only had 56 yards (15 carries) after recording 100-plus each in the previous four games.

Houston faces the Cleveland Browns in their next game and Philadelphia takes on the Carolina Panthers.

View the slideshow for more images from the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles (9) throws during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Nick Foles vs. Watt and Dent
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles (9) is tackled by Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) and linebacker Akeem Dent (50) during the first quarter at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Watt and Mercilus
Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) celebrates with outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59) during the first quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) catches a touchdown pass against Houston Texans defensive back Andre Hal (29) during the first half at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Houston Texans cornerback A.J. Bouye
Houston Texans cornerback A.J. Bouye (34) returns an interception for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles (9) lays injured on the ground during the first half against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Mark Sanchez
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Mark Sanchez (3) runs with the ball past Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) during the first half at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) scores a touchdown during the second half against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Philadelphia Eagles inside linebacker DeMeco Ryans
Philadelphia Eagles inside linebacker DeMeco Ryans (59) is surrounded by teammates after being injured during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Mark Sanchez
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Mark Sanchez (3) throws a touchdown pass during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. The Eagles defeated the Texans 31-21. Reuters
Philadelphia Eagles running back Chris Polk
Philadelphia Eagles running back Chris Polk (middle) celebrates with wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) after scoring a touchdown during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Reuters
Philadelphia Eagles running back Chris Polk
Philadelphia Eagles running back Chris Polk (middle) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Reuters