NFL : Houston Texans vs Dallas Cowboys Odds & Prediction

Game Info: November 18, 2024 8:15PM EST @ AT&T Stadium

There is a struggle to overcome recent difficulties for both squads, with fascinating storylines surrounding the current game in terms of obstacles like injuries and disappointing displays; the Texans showing some fight in spite of the up and down results while the Cowboys have not been able to have any steady performance. In such a context, the Texas franchise is said to be for a touchdown, which is why bettors and supporters will very keenly watch the game whether it will be the Texans who will live up to expectations or will the Cowboys spring a surprise. Get ready for a thrilling showdown when the bright lights go on.

Betting Odds and Info

These are the latest odds as of writing:

Moneyline: Texans 1.27 , Cowboys 3.93

Spread: Texans -7 , Cowboys +7

Over/Under: 41

Team Recent Performance

Houston Texans

Over the last five matches that they have played, the team has won two and lost three. On November 11, they had a loss against DET getting a score of 26-23 although they managed to cover a +4.5 point spread as underdogs, placing the total on the game lower than 49.5. “A week earlier on November 1st, they lost 13-21 away to NYJ as +2.5 point dogs and also went under the total (43.5). On 28th October, they narrowly beat IND 23-20 but did not manage to cover -5 line, and the match ended below the total of 45. On the other hand, they suffered 22-24 defeats against GB but managed to cover the +3 underdog line, and also stayed under the total of 47.5. Their most significant victory came on the 14th of October when they hosted NE and won 41-21 while on -6.5 margins, going over the 39.5 line.

Dallas Cowboys

The team has struggled, going 1-4. On Nov. 11, they lost 6-34 to PHI as +7 underdogs, hitting the under (45). On Nov. 4, they fell 21-27 at ATL as +3 underdogs, also hitting the under (52). On Oct. 28, they lost 24-30 at SF as +5.5 underdogs, going over the total (47.5). On Oct. 14, they were defeated 9-47 by DET as +3.5 underdogs, hitting the over (53.5). Their only win came on Oct. 7 at PIT, 20-17 as +2.5 underdogs, hitting the under (44).

Team Head-to-Head Matchup

In this matchup, they have contrasting records with HOU sitting at 2-4 while DAL is at 4-2. Both are 3-3 in terms of the spread (ATS) and both have gone Under in five of the six games. Offensively, DAL scores more points (22.33 to 16.17), rushing yards (131.83 to 102.33) and total yards (359.67 to 315.33) than HOU. HOU equalizes fairly in passing attempts with DAL, but is behind albeit marginally in passing yards (213.00 to 227.83). HOU’s turnover averages stand at 2.00 while that of DAL is 1.67 thereby showing that their turnover rates are almost the same.

Team Injuries

Houston Texans

Case Kuenen (QB, foot) is on injured reserve. Stefon Diggs (WR, ACL) has been ruled out of this season. Folorunso Fatukasi (DT, foot) has been ruled OUT. Jeff Okudah (CB, hip) is listed as questionable. Dalton Keene (TE, knee) has been placed on injured reserve. Nico Collins (WR, hamstring) is listed as probable. Brevin Jordan (TE, ACL) has been ruled out for the remainder of the year. Kenyon Green (G, shoulder) is on injured reserve. Christian Harris (LB, calf) is on injured reserve. Dameon Pierce (RB, groin) is now labeled as probable. Teagan Quitoriano (TE, calf) is on complex disability. Will Anderson Jr. (DE, ankle) is, however, downgraded to OUT. Brandon Hill (S, leg) has been rolled out for this game. Dylan Horton (DE, shoulder) has been moved up to probable. Jaylon Thomas (G, unspecified) is currently on injured reserve. Blake Fisher (T, concussion) is OUT. Kamari Lassiter (CB, concussion) suffered an injury during the last match and he is doubtful. Jawhar Jordan (RB, not available) is listed on the injured reserve. British Brooks (RB, knee) has sustained a knee injury and is also on IR.

Dallas Cowboys

Zack Martin (G, shoulder) is a game time decision. Brandin Cooks (WR, knee) has been placed on injured reserve. DeMarcus Lawrence (DE, foot) has been placed on injured reserve. Nick Vigil (LB, foot) is uncertain for the game. Dak Prescott (QB, hamstring) will miss the rest of the season. Jourdan Lewis (CB, neck) has been ruled out. Cooper Rush (QB, neck) is expected to play. Chuma Edoga (T, toe) is questionable for the match. CeeDee Lamb (WR, back) is also questionable. DaRon Bland (CB, foot) has been ruled out. Juanyeh Thomas (S, concussion) has an increased chance of playing. Jonathan Mingo (WR, newly signed) is ready to go. Earl Bostick Jr. (T, leg) was placed on injured reserve. Hunter Luepke (RB, calf) has been lowered to doubtful. John Stephens Jr. (WR, ACL) is no longer available for the remainder of the year. Injured Reserve list for Marshawn Kneeland (DE, knee). On injured reserve, Nathan Thomas (T, unspecified).

SPORTBOOK.AG’s Prediction

The Houston Texans will win but the Dallas Cowboys will cover the spread with the total staying under 41.

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