Noel delivered a field-flipping punt return that briefly gave Houston the lead, highlighting his late-game explosiveness and return-to-score potential, even as the defense couldn’t close out the win.

Noel provided a couple of big kickoff returns, supplying a spark for Houston’s field position. His impact on the fantasy box score is limited, but special-teams momentum can indirectly fuel a few scoring chances.

Noel’s special-teams play provided a crucial field-position boost, with potential for increased offensive involvement if opportunities arise.

Noel contributed a 53-yard punt return for Texans field position, part of Houston's special teams boost that kept TB's offense from pulling away early. Noel's play signals a multi-faceted role in the Texans' return game and indirect field position leverage.

Noel's 53-yard punt return catalyzed Houston's late-drive momentum, setting up Chubb's TD and keeping the Texans within reach until the finish.