Two of the NFL’s top teams will face off this week when the Houston Texans (5-1) go on the road to take on the Green Bay Packers (4-2) on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 1 p.m. ET.
Houston is riding a three-game winning streak into Sunday’s contest, most recently blowing out the Patriots, 41-21. On the other hand, Green Bay has won four of its last five, including a 34-13 victory over the Cardinals in Week 6.
This is bound to be an excellent matchup featuring two of the league’s elite young quarterbacks. Here are the latest Texans vs Packers odds, as well as my predictions and best bets.
Texans vs Packers Odds
NFL odds are current as of Wednesday, Oct. 16, and courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook.
- Moneyline: Texans (+124) vs Packers (-148)
- Spread: Texans +3 (-120) vs Packers -3 (+100)
- Over/Under: Over 47.5 (-110) / Under 47.5 (-110)
Texans vs Packers Prediction
Texans 24, Packers 20
Houston has won several close games this season, but there’s little question about this team’s standing as one of the league’s best. C.J. Stroud is the leader of a dangerous offense, and upgrades at the skill positions have already paid off, with Stefon Diggs and Joe Mixon playing at an elite level.
Green Bay has looked strong, too, particularly in games when QB Jordan Love has been available. The Packers have also been dominant on the ground thanks in part to RB Josh Jacobs, who has already accounted for 464 rushing yards.
Where the Texans have the edge, though, is on defense. The numbers don’t necessarily show it, but this is a dominant unit led by second-year DE Will Anderson Jr., who has already accounted for 5.5 sacks. Bills QB Josh Allen struggled against Houston in Week 5, going 9-for-30 for 131 yards.
Green Bay tends to be turnover-prone, and that issue could be exacerbated as Love faces pressure from Anderson, Danielle Hunter, and others. The better team doesn’t always win, but this is one instance where I feel Houston’s superior talent should help carry them to victory.
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Texans vs Packers Best Bets
Texans +3 (-120) @ Packers
Even if the Texans don’t win outright, they should be in position to cover as 3-point underdogs on the road. This will be one of the best defenses that Love faces this season, and he’s already thrown at least one interception in all four of his appearances thus far.
Houston isn’t particularly elite at generating takeaways, but it has some momentum following a stellar showing in New England. I don’t see this team regressing any further, so back the Texans to cover in a narrow victory with your NFL bet of the day.
Under 47.5 Points (-110)
I harped a lot on the impact Houston’s defense will have on this game, and ultimately, I’m going with the Under at 47.5 points. This is one of the higher totals on the board this week, but I don’t expect points to be all that easy to come by for either one of these teams.
