NFL : Houston Texans vs Green Bay Packers Odds & Prediction

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October 19, 2024
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Game Info: October 20, 2024 1:00PM EDT @ Lambeau Field

The Texans have had a hit-or-miss run, winning some games but having a problem with the spread. In contrast to this, the form of the Packers in the last few encounters has also been bolstered as they have managed to cover the spreads in the important games. An in-depth analysis of the statistics of the teams shows that Green Bay has the better stats, especially in passing yards and turning the ball over. The injury report of both teams might be crucial heading to their next matchup.


Betting Odds and Info

These are the latest odds as of writing:

Moneyline: Texans +135 , Packers -155


Spread: Texans +3 , Packers -3


Over/Under: 48.5


Team Recent Performance

Houston Texans

The team was successful in its game against New England on October 14 winning 41-21, which was enough to cover the -6.5 spread and the total was over 39.5. On October 7, they played Buffalo and this time around earned a win of 23-20 where they were also able cover the -2 spread but the outcome was under 48. They played Jacksonville on September 30 winning the game 24-20 but were unable to cover the -5.5 line as the total points scored was below 44.5. On September 23, they played Minnesota and lost 7-34 failing to cover the -1.5 line with total points below 46.5 carried. To finalize, Chicago was also beaten by them 19-13 on September 16, but the -6.5 spread was closed as the result of the wide margin win, the total points going under 45.5.

Green Bay Packers

In the last matches played, the team was able to win 34 to 13 against Arizona on October 14th, managed to cover the -5.5 points spread, and the final outcome was below 47 points. On October 7th, Los Angeles was also defeated by them with a score of 24 to 19 while at the same time covering the -3 points spread, and the total surpassing 49.5. They however lost 29-31 to Minnesota on September 30 where they did not manage to cover the -2.5 point spread with a total going above 44.5. From their last matches on September 23, they mopped out a 30-14 victory against Tennessee, also beating the +3 point spread and the total went above 37. Finally on September 16, they scored 16-10 over Indianapolis while beating the +3 point spread and the aggregate point scored did not exceed 41.5.


Team Head-to-Head Matchup

When it comes to the conference head-to-head matches, Green Bay has won 4 times and lost 1 time, while Houston has won 1 time and lost 4 times. In terms of the match result ‘betting lines’ Green Bay is 3 wins to 1 loss and 1 draw and Houston 1 win to 3 losses and 1 draw. As for the total points scored, both teams have achieved the same results – 1 win and 4 defeats. Green Bay scores on the average 27 points per match, while Houston manages to score 18.8 points on the average. Of rushing yards Houston leads with 108.0, while Green Bay scores 100.4. The number of pass attempts goes hand in hand for both teams: 36.2 passes a game; nevertheless Green Bay sports a better completion average of 65.75% in comparison to Houston’s 62.98%. Besides, Green Bay averages more passing yards (294.6 versus 250.6) as well as total yards (395.0 versus 358.6) than any other team in the league with the exception of San Francisco. In the opposition Houston surrenders an average of 1.8 turnovers a game, while Green Bay hands over only 0.8.


Team Injuries

Houston Texans

There are multiple members on injured reserve, Jerrry Hughes (DE, hip), Case Keenum (QB, foot), Jeff Okudah (CB, hip), Dalton Keene (tight end, knee), Nico Collins (wide receiver, hamstring), Brevin Jordan (TE, ACL), Christian Harris (LB, calf), Teagan Quitoriano (TE, calf), Brandon Hill (S, leg), Jaylon Thomas (Guard, unknown) and British Brooks (running back, knee) being some of those. A foot injury has sidelined Robert Woods (WR) while Jimmie Ward (S) is on the out due to a groin pull and Azeez Al Shaair (LB, knee injury) as well as Henry To’oTo’o (LB, concussion) have all been ruled out for Sunday. Laremy Tunsil (T, ankle) is listed below as probable, as is Folorunso Fatukasi (DT, shoulder) while Steven Sims Jr (WR, back) is bringing in a questionable status. Kamari Lassiter (CB, shoulder) is on an indefinite leave.

Green Bay Packers

Elgton Jenkins (G, knee) is listed as probable for Sunday’s game. AJ Dillon (RB, neck), Malik Knowles (WR, undisclosed), Chris Brooks (RB, undisclosed), MarShawn Lloyd (RB, ankle), and Ralen Goforth (LB, undisclosed) are all on injured reserve. Devonte Wyatt (DT) has been listed as OUT due to an ankle issue. Dontayvion Wicks (WR, shoulder) left the last match, hence is questionable for Sunday, together with Colby Wooden (DE, knee).


SPORTBOOK.AG’s Prediction

The Green Bay Packers will win and cover the spread with the total staying under 48.5.

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