NFL : Houston Texans vs New York Jets Odds & Prediction

Game Info: October 31, 2024 8:15PM EDT @ MetLife Stadium

After some of the most recent encounters, the Texans have managed to record few important wins, but covering the spreads has been a challenge. On the contrary, the Jets’ season record is commendable, but they are dealing with a couple of close losses as well. Both teams have key players out, which will greatly affect their game plans and the depth on the roster. Let us look into the numbers, the history of the encounters, as well as the condition of the players which are all relevant to this sporting event that people are dying in anticipation for.

Betting Odds and Info

These are the latest odds as of writing:

Moneyline: Texans +112 , Jets +131

Spread: Texans +2 , Jets -2

Over/Under: 42

Team Recent Performance

Houston Texans

They were victorious against Indianapolis on October 28 by a score of 23-20, but did not cover the 5-point line given to them, as the total went under 45. Back on October 21, they faced defeat against Green Bay losing 22-24, however, they managed to cover the 3-point line provided as the game’s total went under 47. They exhibited an emphatic win against New England on October 14 with a 41-21 scoreline in their favor, thus winning the game by more than the 6.5 margin which was set and the game going over 39.5. On October 7, they also won over Buffalo by a slight margin of 23-20 as 2-point favorites but the game total was under 48. Lastly, the team played and won a match dated September 30 against Jacksonville 24-20 but didn’t manage to cover as 5.5 favorites as well went under 44.5.

New York Jets

They were defeated 22-25 by New England on October 28 as 7 point underdogs, with the game going above the 41.5 total scored. On the other hand, on October 21, they managed to lose 15-37 to Pittsburgh as 2.5 point underdogs while also surpassing the 40.5 line. In the case of Buffalo notwithstanding, Chicago on October 15 grappled with a loss of 20-23 as 1.5-point underdogs while the game went above 41.5. Earlier already on October 6 they lost to Minnesota 17-23 as 2.5 point underdogs which was below the shooting over under total at 42 points. On September 30 they suffered a close defeat at the hands of Denver going down 9-10 as 8-point favorites and shooting below 39.5.

Team Head-to-Head Matchup

The record of the Houston Texans is 3-7 and that of the New York Jets is 7-3. Total points scored in winnings, against the spread (ATS), Houston’s is at 2-7-1, New York’s 7-2-1. In over/under totals, both teams are at 4-5-1. The Jets average 23.5 points every game, which is relatively higher than that of the Houston team that manages only 16.2. In addition, New York also leads in rushing yards (113.1 to 92.8) and passing yards (217.6 to 185.2). The teams are almost even with turnovers, as Houston makes 0.9 a game and New York makes 1.1 turnovers per game.

Team Injuries

Houston Texans

Currently, Jerry Hughes (DE, hip), Jeff Okudah (CB, hip), Case Keenum (QB, foot), Jawhar Jordan (RB, unspecified), British Brooks (RB, knee), and Nico Collins (WR, hamstring) are all on injured reserve. Jimmie Ward (S, groin) and Azeez Al-Shaair (LB, knee) are also listed as questionable along with Jarrett Patterson (C, concussion) and Henry To’oTo’o (LB, concussion). Stefon Diggs (WR, knee) and Brevin Jordan (TE, ACL) are both ruled out for the entire season.

New York Jets

C.J. Mosley (LB, neck) exited the previous match and is now a doubt, alongside fellow team-mates Allen Lazard (WR, chest), Ashtyn Davis (S, concussion), Leki Fotu (DT, knee), Alijah Vera-Tucker (G, ankle), and Tony Adams (S, hamstring). Currently on IR are Wes Schweitzer (G, hand), Chuck Clark (S, ankle), Jermaine Johnson II (DE, Achilles), plus the likes of Malik Taylor (WR, undisclosed), among many others, and Zaire Barnes (LB, ankle).

SPORTBOOK.AG’s Prediction

The New York Jets will win and cover the spread with a cautious take on the under.

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