The 6-2 Texans go in as outsiders when they travel to play the 2-6 Jets on Thursday Night Football.
Best Bet
Despite their injury troubles it is still wild that the Texans go into this game as outsiders.
Yes, the Jets record probably shouldn’t be as bad as it is and kicker Greg Zuerlein – who has missed four game tying or go ahead field goals in the fourth quarter this season – going on injured reserve is a blessing.
But nevertheless it is hard to be inspired by a New York side that has certainly got worse since head coach Robert Salah was fired, especially on the defensive side of the ball,
Offensively, Aaron Rodgers is clearly carrying injuries and the trade for Davante Adams has hardly sparked the team.
Despite their injury troubles – and poor play from the offensive line – the Texans have found a way to keep winning. Their only loss in the last five games came on a last minute field goal at Green Bay.
Their defence especially is doing a lot right, with just poor red zone defence letting them down. But the Jets 25th ranked red zone offence gives them a chance to get that right.
Chips in the Texans.
Same Game Multi
Expecting Sauce Gardner to follow Tank Dell all night so with injuries to Stefon Diggs and Nico Collins, other Texans receivers will need to step up. Tight end Dalton Schulz fits the bill.
The Texans probably can’t throw it more than 30 times and win so taking Stroud pass attempts under, and Mixon rushing yards over.
Value Bet
Ex-Bengal Mixon has been a revelation for the Texans this season with six touchdowns in five games. With Houston’s injury troubles, he is clearly their leading red zone threat and he is the clear go to in goal line situations.