Mercilus had six tackles (four solo), including a sack, in Houston's 26-23 overtime win over Indianapolis in Week 6.

EDGE Analysis

Mercilus, who had a second sack nullified by his own face-mask penalty, remains a disruptive force, having recorded 4.5 sacks, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery through six weeks. The Texans linebacking corps -- Mercilus, Bernardrick McKinney, Brian Cushing and John Simon -- along with linebacker/defensive end Jadaveon Clowney have become Houston's defensive play makers with J.J. Watt (back) out of action.