Houston (10-7) at Chicago (7-10)
- When: Aug 1 2024, 8:00 PM
- Where: Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, Canton, OH
- Where to watch: ABC/ESPN
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Houston Texans @ Chicago Bears
Point Spread
Houston Texans -1.5 (-115)
Chicago Bears 1.5 (-105)
Houston Texans @ Chicago Bears
Total
Over 31.0 (-105)
Under 31.0 (-115)
Houston Texans @ Chicago Bears
Moneyline
Houston Texans -130
Chicago Bears +110
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
- Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!
Key Players:
Houston: C.J. Stroud
Chicago: Caleb Williams
Team Stats
| Texans | Bears | |
| 10-7-0 | Record | 7-10-0 |
| 0-0 | Away & Home | 0-0 |
| 0-0 | Last 10 | 0-0 |
| – | Streak | – |
Game Preview
The Houston Texans closed their season with a 10-7 record. Their final game saw them fall 34-10 to the Ravens.
Last season, the Texans amassed a total of 5,820 yards. Offensively, they earned 215 first downs and were penalized 114 times for 937 yards. They scored 27 touchdowns through the air and 10 on the ground but also turned the ball over 14 times, including 8 interceptions and 6 fumbles. The team averaged 96.9 rushing yards per game, ranking 22nd in the league. Houston averaged 22.2 points per game.
Defensively, the Texans allowed 3,979 passing yards, placing them 23rd in the league. They gave up an average of 234.1 passing yards per game and had a completion rate of 67.6% against them. Overall, they allowed 330.7 total yards per game, ranking 14th in the league. Opponents rushed for an average of 3.5 yards per carry and 96.6 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,643 rushing yards over the season. Houston ranked 11th in team defense, giving up an average of 20.8 points per game.
The Bears ended their season with a 7-10 record. Their final game resulted in a 17-9 loss to the Packers.
The Bears ranked 18th in scoring last season, averaging 21.2 points per game. They accumulated 3,096 passing yards, averaging 182.1 yards per game, which placed them 27th in the NFL. On the ground, they averaged 141.1 rushing yards per game, totaling 2,399 yards for the season. Their overall offensive yardage averaged 323.2 yards per game, ranking 20th in the league. The Bears were penalized 99 times for a total of 853 yards, ranking 14th in terms of penalty yardage. They turned the ball over 15 times via interceptions and 10 times through fumbles, while recording 169 first downs.
Defensively, the Bears allowed 22.3 points per game, placing them 20th in the NFL. They surrendered 31 passing touchdowns and 237.8 yards per game through the air, ranking 25th in this category. Chicago also allowed 1,468 rushing yards (86.4 yards per game) and 8 rushing touchdowns. The Bears’ defense was on the field for 1,035 plays, the 5th most in the league. They committed 28 turnovers, including 6 fumbles and 22 interceptions, and allowed a total of 379 points over the season.
NFL Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Houston 17-13
The Pick: Houston -1 (-115) & Under 31½ (-120)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $350
- NFL Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
