NFL : Baltimore Ravens vs Houston Texans Odds & Prediction

Game Info: December 25, 2024 4:30PM EST @ NRG Stadium

A Christmas Day encounter between the Baltimore Ravens and the Houston Texans occurs at NRG Stadium. While the Ravens appeared quite strong after recent victories against Pittsburgh and the Giants-their performances have not only showcased the efficient working of both sides of the ball since then-but they actually have managed to remain frowned at now. In contrast, the Texans have found it difficult to maintain such consistency-after winning a few close matches, including a fantastic win against Miami. It thus gives this meeting an exciting contest to cross against the background of Baltimore’s apparent dominance and Houston’s determined opposition. Let’s review the odds, recaps, and projections for this game on the AFC format.

Betting Odds and Info

These are the latest odds as of writing:

Moneyline: Ravens 1.38 , Texans 3.16

Spread: Ravens -6 , Texans +6

Over/Under: 47

Team Recent Performance

Baltimore Ravens

On December 22, they disposed of Pittsburgh with a final 34-17 score, thereby covering the -7 spread, and the total going over at 44. On December 16, they faced the Giants and won 35-14 thus well above the margin -16.5 with the game went over 43.5. They lost to Philadelphia 19-24 on December 2, failing to cover the -3 spread and the total being under 50. On November 26, they won against the Chargers, defeating them 30-23 and covering the -3 spread with the total grossing over 50.5. Finally, on November 18, they lost a close battle to Pittsburgh 16-18 and failed to cover the spread at -3 as the total went under 48.

Houston Texans

On December 22, Kansas City eked out a victory over them by a score of 27-19, leaving them to lose by the |+|3.5 points spread, while the match outcome surpassed the all-time high point total of 43 score. Indonesia managed to defeat Miami by a score of 20-12 on December 16th, covering the -2.5 points spread while still keeping the under total under 46.5. On December 2, Jacksonville narrowly lost to them, scoring 23-20, but failed to cover the line stated at -3.5, while scoring remained below 44.5. On November 25th, they lost to Tennessee, 27-32, failing to cover the -8 spread, with the total going over 41. Last November 19, the Cowboys lost to them in super fashion as it was defeated 34 to 10, covering the -7 spread as the game surpassed the 41.5 total.

Team Head-to-Head Matchup

When it comes to the head-to-head comparison between Baltimore and Houston, the former comes on top. Baltimore has an 8-2 record with Houston having a miserable 2-8 score. The teams’ performance against the spread is not much different, as Baltimore has an ATS of 6-4 versus a weak 4-6 from Houston. The over/under results cannot separate the two teams as both recorded similar statistics of 1-7-2. The other striking difference is that Baltimore scores an average of 26.10 points in each of its matches as compared to Houston with a measly 16.20 points per match. There is also so much difference from rushing yards with Baltimore having 133.40 while Houston has 97.10. Houston has actually the greater number of times it attempted to pass the ball with a tally of 36.70 compared to Baltimore with only 30.50 times in a game but the Ravens are still much more efficient, having a completion percentage of 60.33 against Houston’s 59.67. On passing yards, Houston leads slightly with 195.40 yards recorded compared to Baltimore’s 172.70. However, the latter knocks down the other in total yardage (306.1 vs. 292.5) and turnover margin (0.90 vs. 1.40).

Team Injuries Update

Baltimore Ravens

Unfit are Nelson Agholor (WR, concussion), Arthur Maulet (CB, calf), Justice Hill (RB, concussion), Charlie Kolar (TE, arm), and Jalyn Armour-Davis (CB, hamstring). Listed as questionable, however, were Michael Pierce (NT, calf), Odafe Oweh (OLB, ankle), Daniel Faalele (T, knee), and Zay Flowers (WR, shoulder).

Houston Texans

Jerry Hughes (DE, hip), Jeff Okudah (CB, quad), and Christian Harris (LB, calf) are all listed as questionable. Folorunso Fatukasi (DT, ankle), Tank Dell (WR, knee), and Juice Scruggs (OL, foot) are all out due to injuries. Jamal Hill (LB) is also on the list but no injury status is provided.

SPORTBOOK.AG’s Prediction

The Baltimore Ravens will win and cover the spread with the total staying under 47.

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