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Los Angeles Rams at Houston Texans odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Los Angeles Rams at Houston Texans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Rams (6-1) will be on the road this weekend, visiting the Houston Texans (1-6). They’re seeking their fourth straight win, while Houston is seeking its first victory since beating the Jaguars in Week 1. Kickoff from NRG Stadium will be at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday. Below, we look at the Rams vs. Texans odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Rams are coming off a 28-19 win over the Detroit Lions in Week 7, sneaking by a winless team with a victory that was much closer than the score indicates.

QB Matthew Stafford continues to play at an MVP-type level, and the defense hasn’t allowed more than 19 points in any of its last three games. With a win, the Rams will tie the Cardinals for first place in the NFC West.

The Texans haven’t won since Week 1 against the Jaguars and the offense is a big reason for that. Houston has scored only 39 total points in its last five games, all of which were started by QB Davis Mills. He’ll get the start again on Sunday as QB Tyrod Taylor continues to recover from his hamstring injury.

Rams at Texans odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:53 p.m. ET.

Money line: Rams -1600 (bet $1,600 to win $100) | Texans +800 (bet $100 to win $800)
Against the spread (ATS): Rams -16.5 (-108) | Texans +16.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -117 | U: -103)

Rams at Texans key injuries

Rams

LT Andrew Whitworth (knee) out
NT Sebastian Joseph-Day (chest) out
CB Robert Rochell (knee) questionable
CB Jalen Ramsey (illness) questionable
S Jordan Fuller (knee) questionable

Texans

LB Christian Kirksey (thumb) questionable
TE Pharaoh Brown (thigh) questionable
C Justin Britt (knee) questionable

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Rams at Texans odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Rams 31, Texans 10

Money line

This is the third straight week of fairly easy games for the Rams after beating the Giants and Lions in the last two weeks. The Texans might be the worst of the bunch, especially with Davis Mills getting the start again.

This is a game that shouldn’t be close and I don’t expect it to be. The RAMS (-1600) will win this one easily, just don’t make it a big wager because there isn’t much value.

Against the spread

The Rams were given a scare by the Lions last week, with Detroit having a chance to take the lead late in the fourth quarter. The Rams ultimately survived but it was too close for comfort.

The Texans aren’t as good as the Lions and I believe after Sunday’s scare against Detroit, the Rams will be more focused this weekend.

I like the RAMS -16.5 (-108) to cover the spread and win comfortably.

Over/Under

The Texans have scored 39 total points in their last five games, including four games with fewer than 10 points. This isn’t an offense that is going to score many points, and they’re now without RB Mark Ingram after trading him to New Orleans.

Bet the UNDER 46.5 (-103) on Sunday.

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Underdog Corner: 3 best NFL picks and predictions for Week 8

Assessing the NFL betting odds and lines for Week 8, with three predictions and picks for the best underdog bets to make.

Forgive the Halloween pun, but it’s scary how well things have gone here in Underdog Corner this season.
Week 7 featured our sixth winning week and third 3-0 card of the season as the Tennessee Titans and Indianapolis Colts won outright Sunday, and the Seattle Seahawks covered at home Monday night. That brings our season against-the-spread record to 16-5 with 13 of those underdog selections winning outright.
It’s scary because we know regression could start pulling us back to the mean at any time, but hopefully it doesn’t start with…

NFL underdog predictions: Week 8

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:00 a.m. ET.

Detroit Lions +3.5 (-112) vs. Philadelphia Eagles

The 0-7 Lions are the only team still searching for its first win, but coach Dan Campbell’s crew has certainly been feisty, posting a 4-3 ATS record so far.

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles, meanwhile, have been less than inspiring at 2-5 overall and 3-4 ATS, and this is a prime opportunity for the Lions to break into the win column.

But even if it’s yet another heartbreaker for Detroit via a last-second field goal, we’ll still be good getting the 3.5 points.

Houston Texans +14.5 (-115) vs. Los Angeles Rams

So why would we side with a 1-6 team that has dropped six straight and averaged a league-worst 7.8 points per game over its last five outings?

It’s certainly far from comfortable with the opponent being the 6-1 Rams and NFL double-digit favorites also having covered at an 8-3 clip so far this season.

However, veteran QB Tyrod Taylor should be back for the Texans this week, sending overmatched rookie Davis Mills back to the bench, and that should be enough for Houston to get its third cover in four home games with the two-TD-plus cushion.

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New Orleans Saints +5.5 (-108) vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

We went against the Saints this past Monday night, and while they still prevailed 13-10 in Seattle, they didn’t get the cover as you could almost sense they were looking past Geno Smith and the slumping Seahawks and ahead to Sunday’s Big Easy visit from Tom Brady and the defending world champs.

The Saints did sweep the regular-season series last season, posting 34-23 and 38-3 wins, but the Bucs took full advantage of four New Orleans turnovers in the divisional-round playoff rubber match to advance with a 30-20 road win.

If Jameis Winston and Co. can avoid those costly mistakes Sunday, they’ll have a decent shot at upsetting the 6-1 Bucs, who have struggled at times defensively and are actually below .500 (3-4) ATS.

Also see: All Week 8 odds and lines

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Houston Texans at Arizona Cardinals odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Texans at Arizona Cardinals odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Texans (1-5) seek to end their five-game losing streak but must do so on the road against the unbeaten Arizona Cardinals (6-0). Kickoff is Sunday afternoon at 4:25 p.m. ET at State Farm Stadium. Below, we look at the Texans vs. Cardinals odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Texans have lost five straight since a season-opening 37-21 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. QB Tyrod Taylor injured his hamstring in Week 2 and has not returned, meaning rookie QB Davis Mills has been the starter. In his four starts, the Texans are averaging 8.5 points per game.

The Cardinals continue to roll. They have scored more than 30 points in five of six games and held opponents to 20 points or fewer in five of six.

Arizona is fourth in the league in scoring and third in the league in scoring defense. They defeated the Cleveland Browns 37-20 in Week 6 without head coach Kliff Kingsbury, who was out after testing positive for COVID-19.

Texans at Cardinals odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 7:37 a.m. ET.

Money line: Texans +900 (bet $100 to win $900) | Cardinals -2000 (bet $2,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Texans +18.5 (-112) | Cardinals -18.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Texans at Cardinals key injuries

Texans

DT Jaleel Johnson (back) out
C Justin Britt (knee) questionable
WR Nico Collins (foot) questionable

Cardinals

DT Rashard Lawrence (calf) out
LB Jordan Hicks (toe, foot) questionable

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Texans at Cardinals odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Cardinals 37, Texans 13

Money line

The Cardinals have been great this season. They have won six in a row and, except for one game, most games haven’t even been close. They have blown out three playoff teams from last season.

The Texans have lost five straight and don’t look good on either side of the ball. But don’t waste your time money line. Houston won’t win and you won’t win enough money betting on the Cardinals to make it worth your while.

PASS.

Against the spread

Normally when I see a spread this large, I automatically take the underdog. However, I have to pause here. The Texans are 3-3 ATS but are bad both offensively and defensively.

And while this would normally be a trap game for a team like the Cardinals, who will turn around and play the 5-1 Green Bay Packers on Thursday in Week 8. The fact that they have two former Texans stars on their roster in DE J.J. Watt and WR DeAndre Hopkins means they won’t let the focus wane.

The Cardinals have covered the spread in their last four games and are 5-1 ATS this season.

Take the CARDINALS -18.5 (-108).

Over/Under

The Cardinals are 3-3 O/U this season, but two of the games that went Under missed the Over by one or two points. With the total under 50, it will depend on whether the Cardinals can get close to 40 points or if the Texans can get near 20.

I’m banking on another big offensive performance and the continued offensive struggles from the Texans. After all, the Cardinals are allowing the second-fewest points in the league and haven’t played an offense as inept as the Texans’

Take OVER 47.5 (-110).

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Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Texans (1-4) are on the road to take on the Indianapolis Colts (1-4) Sunday. Kickoff from Lucas Oil Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Texans vs. Colts odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

Coming off a heartbreaking loss to the Baltimore Ravens despite leading for most of the game, the Colts are back home and look to take down a struggling Texans squad. The Colts are led by RB Jonathan Taylor and QB Carson Wentz.

They used a trio of running backs including Nyheim Hines and Marlon Mack in their loss to the Ravens. WR T.Y. Hilton has also been activated and may give them another threat out wide.

The Texans have used rookie QB Davis Mills after Tyrod Taylor went down early in the season. Mills threw for over 300 yards and 3 touchdowns against the New England Patriots last weekend.

Houston’s lone win came in its season opener against the still-winless Jacksonville Jaguars. Its average loss this season has been more than 15 points, which is one reason why the Colts are heavy favorites in this one.

Texans at Colts odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8 a.m. ET.

Money line: Texans +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | Colts -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Texans +10.5 (-120) | Colts -10.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -117 | U: -103)

Texans at Colts key injuries

Texans

OL Laremy Tunsil (thumb) out
OL Justin Britt (knee) questionable
CB Desmond King II (hip) questionable

Colts

CB Xavier Rhodes (concussion) questionable
S Andrew Sendejo (concussion) out
K Rodrigo Blankenship (hip) out
RT Braden Smith (foot, thumb) out

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Texans at Colts odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Colts 27, Texans 16

Money line

PASS on the money line.

While the Texans haven’t shown much these last few weeks and the Colts did just lose a heartbreaking overtime game against the AFC North-leading Ravens, -550 is a value I’d stay far away from.

Against the spread

BET on the COLTS -10.5 (+100) as their talented team should be dominant at home. With Hilton, WR Michael Pittman Jr., and Taylor all set to play, Wentz will have his full array of weapons.

Add in the fact that Tunsil is out on the Houston offensive line, and the LB Darius Leonard-led Colts defense should be able to get after the quarterback. Injuries and home-field both favor the Colts.

Coming off an impressive loss while Houston is two weeks removed from losing to the Buffalo Bills by 40, and I’m going with the hot-handed Colts who need to prove they can win.

At home, they should be able to hang at least an 11-point win on Houston.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the OVER 42.5 (-117) as the best value on the total.

The Colts have scored 24 or more points in three of their last four games. Going against a Texans side that allowed more than 60 in their last two games, Wentz should be able to expose Houston.

Mills is gaining confidence as well, coming off a 3-touchdown showing. Indianapolis has given up 27 or more points in three of five games as well. Leonard’s defense hasn’t held up well.

I expect Mills to at least be capable, and the Colts to continue to find their rhythm, making the Over the better of the two values.

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New England Patriots at Houston Texans odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s New England Patriots at Houston Texans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The New England Patriots (1-3) try to bounce back after a tough Week 4 loss when playing the struggling Houston Texans (1-3) on the road. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. ET at NRG Stadium. Below, we look at the Patriots vs. Texans odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Patriots were nearly able to spoil Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady‘s return to New England but a missed potential game-winning field goal from 56 yards gave the Bucs a 19-17 win. Rookie QB Mac Jones has passed for 1,012 yards, 4 touchdowns and 4 interceptions, while the defense is No. 5 in yards allowed and No. 6 in points allowed through four games.

The Texans have lost three straight games after a season-opening win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Rookie QB Davis Mills has been starting in place of Tyrod Taylor since he injured his hamstring. The Texans have scored only 9 total points in two games with Mills at the helm.

Patriots at Texans odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:35 a.m. ET.

Money line: Patriots -420 (bet $420 to win $100) | Texans +320 (bet $100 to win $320)
Against the spread (ATS): Patriots -8.5 (-108) | Texans +8.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 39.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Patriots at Texans key injuries

Patriots

OT Trent Brown (calf) out
G Shaq Mason (abdomen) out
CB Shaun Wade (concussion) out
LB Kyle Van Noy (groin) questionable
PK Nick Folk (knee) questionable
DB Jalen Mills (hamstring) questionable
CB Jonathan Jones (ankle) questionable
OL Marcus Cannon (back) questionable

Texans

RB Rex Burkhead (hip) out
WR Danny Amendola (thigh) questionable
TE Brevin Jordan (illness) questionable

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Patriots at Texans odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Patriots 20, Texans 10

Money line

The Patriots have not been particularly good on offense this season, scoring over 20 points just once through four games. However, the Texans have allowed an average of 29.0 points per game.

With the Texans offensive struggles with Mills at quarterback, even if the Patriots don’t score much, Houston will struggle against New England’s very good defense.

With the line what it is, PASS on the money line.

Against the spread

Houston scored 9 points in its last two games. New England held the Buccaneers, who had scored 103 points across their first three games, to only 19. Houston will be lucky to hit double digits.

Both the Texans and the Patriots are 2-2 ATS but in this game, expect the New England defense to continue to add to the Texans’ offensive struggles and the offense to be mildly productive.

Take the PATRIOTS -8.5 (-108).

Over/Under

All four of the Patriots’ games stayed Under the projected total.

Since Mills took over at quarterback, the Texans have not had a game hit the Over.

Keep with that trend.

Take UNDER 39.5 (-105).

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Houston Texans at Buffalo Bills odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Texas at Buffalo Bills odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Texans (1-2) visit the Buffalo Bills (2-1) for a 1 p.m. ET kickoff at Highmark Stadium Sunday of Week 4. Below, we look at the Texans vs. Bills odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Texans will look to even up their record against the mighty Bills offense following a Thursday Night Football loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 3.

Bills QB Josh Allen had a rough start to the season with 3 touchdowns through 2 games but the fourth-year quarterback went for 4 touchdowns and 358 yards last week against the Washington Football Team. Without much of a run game, Allen will again be called on to make plays for Buffalo.

The Texans will look to WR Brandin Cooks and RB Mark Ingram for production. Rookie QB Davis Mills will again start with veteran QB Tyrod Taylor still injured. Mills had 168 yards and a touchdown against the Panthers.

Texans at Bills odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 4:40 p.m. ET.

Money line: Texans +850 (bet $100 to win $850) | Bills -1800 (bet $1,800 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Texans +17.5 (-108) | Bills -17.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -117 | U: -103)

Texans at Bills key injuries

Texans

WR Danny Amendola (thigh) out
DB Terrance Mitchell (concussion, illness) questionable
RB Scottie Phillips (illness) out
LB Garrett Wallow (illness) questionable

Bills

S Jordan Poyer (ankle) out
OL Jon Feliciano (illness) out
CB Taron Johnson (groin) questionable
DE Efe Obaba (ankle) questionable

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Texans at Bills odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bills 31, Texans 16

Money line

PASS on the money line. While Buffalo is at home and should come out on top, there’s no doubt that passing on a -1800 line is the right move.

There’s no reason to bet 18 times your potential return. All these players are paid to play football at a high level and upsets happen.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to the TEXANS +17.5 (-108) as the better value.

Mills, once he got comfortable in the offense and playing at the NFL level last week, started to move the ball. With veterans in the backfield and out wide, the Texans should be able to at least push the Bills early.

The Texans haven’t lost by more than 15 points, even while playing tough opponents in the Panthers and Cleveland Browns. With Poyer’s absence for the Bills the underdogs covering seems likely.

Over/Under

BET on the OVER 46.5 (-117) as Allen is starting to heat up.

With his struggles, the Bills went Over the projected line just once through three games. The Texans hit the Over in two of three contests.

Expect a big day from Allen against a Texans defense that gave up over 300 yards to Panthers QB Sam Darnold last week.

Mills is also getting more comfortable in the pocket, which may allow the Texans to consistently get in scoring position.

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Carolina Panthers at Houston Texans odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing the Carolina Panthers at Houston Texans Week 3 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Carolina Panthers (2-0) and Houston Texans (1-1) meet for Thursday Night Football at NRG Stadium in Houston. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Panthers vs. Texans odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Panthers have fired out of the gate with a 2-0 straight up and against the spread mark. They beat the New York Jets by a 19-14 score in Week 1 and pounded the New Orleans Saints 26-7 as 3-point home underdogs last week. The Under connected in each outing.

The Texans, expected to be one of the worst teams in the NFL, opened with an impressive win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1. They also put up a good fight in Week 2 against the Cleveland Browns on the road before falling 31-21. Houston is 2-0 ATS with a pair of Over results.

Panthers at Texans odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated 9:42 a.m. ET.

Money line: Panthers -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Texans +330 (bet $100 to win $330)
Against the spread (ATS): Panthers -8.5 (-110) | Texans +8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Panthers at Texans key injuries

Panthers

DE Yetur Gross-Matos (ankle) out

Texans

LB Kamu Grugier-Hill (knee) questionable
QB Tyrod Taylor (thigh) IR
DB Terrance Mitchell (concussion) out
DB Justin Reid (knee) questionable

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Panthers at Texans odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Panthers 30, Texans 13

Money line

The Panthers (-450) will cost you four and half times your potential return, and that’s a bit hefty for a team playing its first road game of the season.

The Texans won their home opener rather handily, but they must now turn to rookie QB Davis Mills for his first NFL start after losing Taylor to a thigh injury.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The PANTHERS -8.5 (-110) are the play. While Carolina is playing its first game on the road, it lucks into a situation facing a rookie QB making his first NFL start on a short week.

The Texans have fought hard to this point, but eventually, the bottom is going to drop out, and this is a good spot for an egg-laying given the circumstances.

Over/Under

The UNDER 43.5 (-115) is the play but go lightly.

The Panthers can be rather conservative on offense, although offensive coordinator Joe Brady kicked the training wheels off a little bit this past Sunday.

Don’t expect much productivity out of Mills and the Texans offense, as they face a quick turnaround. They’ll be much better next week after having a few extra days to prep for Week 4, but this is going to be a disjointed effort offensively.

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First look: Houston Texans at Cleveland Browns odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s Houston Texans at Cleveland Browns Week 2 NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

The Houston Texans (1-0) and Cleveland Browns (0-1) meet Sunday in Week 2 at First Energy Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Texans vs. Browns odds and lines; check back for our NFL picks and predictions.

The Texans won outright as underdogs at home in Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, 37-21, as the Over connected. Houston surprised with 160 rushing yards and 289 passing yards.

The Browns were heavy underdogs but led most of the way on the road against the Kansas City Chiefs. A special teams gaffe seemed to change their fortunes, and they succumbed to the Chiefs in the fourth quarter 33-29. However, they were able to cover the number while hitting the Over.

Texans at Browns odds, spread and line

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 7:35 a.m. ET.

Money line: Texans +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Browns -750 (bet $750 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Texans +11.5, -107 (bet $107 to win $100) | Browns -11.5, -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Total (O/U): 48.5, Over -108 (bet $108 to win $100) | Under -112 (bet $112 to win $100)

2021 betting stats:

ML: Texans 1-0 | Browns 0-1
ATS: Texans 1-0 | Browns 1-0
O/U: Texans 1-0 | Browns 1-0

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Texans at Browns head-to-head

These teams met last season in Week 10 in a chilly rain on the shores of Lake Erie, and the Browns won 10-7 while the Texans covered a 4.5-point number. The Under was never in doubt of cashing.

These teams have met three times since Oct. 15, 2017, which is fairly frequent for two teams not in the same division. Houston is a perfect 3-0 ATS with the Under 2-1.

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Jacksonville Jaguars at Houston Texans odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing the Jacksonville Jaguars at Houston Texans Week 1 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans meet Sunday at NRG Stadium in Houston. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET and the game is televised on CBS. Below, we look at the Jaguars at Texans odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Jaguars selected QB Trevor Lawrence No. 1 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft. To no one’s surprise, he was tabbed as the starter by new head coach Urban Meyer, and each will make their NFL debuts Sunday.

One player who will not debut for a long time is fellow first-round pick RB Travis Etienne, as he is out for the season due to surgery to repair a Lisfranc injury.

The Texans turn to QB Tyrod Taylor as their starting signal caller, and QB Deshaun Watson will be inactive after an offseason of tumult and an ongoing investigation due to off-field issues. Like Meyer, David Culley makes his NFL head coaching debut in this one.

Jaguars at Texans odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 10:05 p.m. ET.

Money line: Jaguars -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Texans +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Jaguars -3.5 (-105) | Texans +3.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Jaguars at Texans key injuries

Jaguars

No notable injuries

Texans

LB Kevin Pierre-Louis (thigh) questionable
QB Deshaun Watson (not injury related) out

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Jaguars at Texans odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Jaguars 27, Texans 20

Money line

The Jaguars (-180) will cost you nearly two times your potential return, and that’s risky business on a team opening on the road after a 1-15 season in 2020.

I don’t care how bad the Texans are supposed to be, the Jaguars are still the Jaguars.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

JAGUARS -3.5 (-105) is the more reasonable play with much less risk. I am still concerned about the hook, as I don’t usually like to bet favorites laying 3.5 or 7.5.

However, with Taylor under center, and no real immediate threats among the skill position players for Houston, I think Lawrence, Meyer and company have a successful Week 1 trip to the Gulf Coast.

Over/Under

The lean is to OVER 46.5 (-108), ever so slightly. It’s worth a small-unit play only. I don’t think Jacksonville blows out Houston by any means, but the Jags have plenty of offensive weapons to score a fair share of points.

The back end of the Texans defense is particularly in shambles, and I think Lawrence goes over the top for at least two long scoring plays to help Over bettors.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Houston Texans odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Houston Texans preseason Week 3 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (0-2) meet the Houston Texans (2-0) Saturday for an 8 p.m. ET kickoff at NRG Stadium. Below, we look at the Buccaneers vs. Texans odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The defending Super Bowl champs have posted an 0-2 SU/ATS mark in the first two preseason outings, including a 34-3 blowout loss against the Tennessee Titans last time out. The Bucs rested most of their key personnel in that loss and they’re unlikely to use most of the starters in this one either.

The Texans are expected to be in for a rough ride in 2021 but the preseason has gone well. Houston won 26-7 at Green Bay Aug.14, and they topped the Lone Star State rival Dallas Cowboys 20-14 on the road last Saturday. Rookie QB Davis Mills was 10-for-16 for 115 yards while RB Mark Ingram rushed for the team’s lone offensive touchdown.

Buccaneers at Texans odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 12:57 p.m. ET.

Money line: Buccaneers -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Texans +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
Against the spread/ATS: Buccaneers -3.5 (-108) | Texans +3.5 (-112)
Total: 36.5 (Over: -110 | Under: -110)

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Buccaneers at Texans odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Texans 20, Buccaneers 17

Money line

The TEXANS (+160) are worth playing on their home field in the preseason finale as they look to wrap up the exhibition season with a perfect record.

The Buccaneers are likely to rest key personnel again rather than risking them in a meaningless game. Tampa knows what QB Tom Brady can do.

Against the spread

The TEXANS +3.5 (-112) are worth a look with the three and a hook. They have three NFL-caliber quarterbacks in Mills, Jeff Driskel and Tyrod Taylor so you can expect much better offensive results from the home side.

Over/Under

OVER 36.5 (-110) is worth a look, ever so slightly. Houston’s offense rolled up 247 passing yards and 95 rushing yards last week in Dallas. It isn’t expected to last into the regular season but the Texans should finish up strong and post another decent total.

The concern for the Over is actually whether Tampa can score enough points in this meaningless game for the defending champs.

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