- Game: Houston Texans vs Atlanta Falcons
- Date: Sunday, October 8, 2023
- Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA
- TV: FOX
- Odds/Point Spread: Falcons (-4.5)
- Total/Over-Under: 41.5
The Houston Texans (2-2) will face off against the Atlanta Falcons (2-2) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA on October 8, 2023. The Falcons are favored by 4.5 points according to the point spread, and the over-under for the game is set at 41.5.
Texans vs Falcons Odds
Moneyline
Houston Texans +110
Atlanta Falcons -130
Point Spread
Houston Texans 2.0 (-115)
Atlanta Falcons -2.0 (-105)
Total
Over 41.5 (-110)
Under 41.5 (-110)
Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
The Houston Texans come into this game with a record of 2-2 for the season. In their previous game, they defeated the Steelers by a score of 30-6. Quarterback C.J. Stroud had a strong performance, completing 16 out of 30 passes for 306 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Texans’ rushing attack was led by Dameon Pierce, who rushed for 81 yards on 24 carries. Defensively, the Texans allowed 111 passing yards and 114 rushing yards to the Steelers.
The Houston Texans are averaging 24.0 points per game and have gained a total of 1,474 yards offensively this season. Their rushing offense ranks 26th in the league, averaging 87.3 yards per game. The Texans have given up 781 passing yards and 311.8 total yards per game on defense. They have allowed 19.8 points per game to opponents.
The Falcons currently have a record of 2-2 for the season. In their last game, they suffered a 23-7 loss to the Jaguars. Running back Bijan Robinson had a standout performance, rushing for 105 yards on 14 carries. Quarterback Desmond Ridder threw for 191 yards, 1 touchdown, and 2 interceptions. Defensively, the Falcons allowed 105 rushing yards and 195 passing yards to the Jaguars.
The Atlanta Falcons are averaging 15.5 points per game and have gained a total of 284.3 yards per game on offense. Their rushing offense ranks 24th in the league, averaging 128.0 yards per game. The Falcons have allowed 19.3 points per game on defense and have given up a total of 458 rushing yards and 176.3 passing yards per game.
In terms of the betting spread, I would pick the Houston Texans +4.5 to cover the spread in this game.
The Pick: Houston Texans +4.5
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