Houston Texans vs. Atlanta Falcons Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Houston Texans and the Atlanta Falcons face off on Sunday afternoon. Who has the edge? Matt McCuen shares his Texans vs. Falcons pick.
Matt McCuen - October 8, 2023, 9:02 AM EDT
7 minHouston Texans vs. Atlanta Falcons Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Houston Texans and the Atlanta Falcons will duel things out from Mercedes Benz Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
Texans vs. Falcons Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: October 8, 2023
- Game Time: 1:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: FOX
Texans vs. Falcons Odds
- Spread: Texans +1.5 (+100), Falcons -1.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 41.5 (+100), U 41.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Texans (+110), Falcons (-125)
Houston Texans vs. Atlanta Falcons Prediction
Houston will begin play with a 2-2 record, which surprises many.
The Texans will attempt to extend their win streak to three games after wins over the Jaguars and the Steelers.
Rookie CJ Stroud has impressed thus far. The second-overall pick has looked like the best rookie in his class after a month. The former Buckeye has thrown for 1,212 yards, six touchdowns, and zero interceptions. Stroud is the current favorite to win Offensive Rookie of the Year.
Dameon Pierce leads the Texans rushing game, leading the team with 181 yards and one touchdown.
Former Michigan Wolverine Nico Collins has been the star in the passing game. Collins leads the Texans with a team-best 428 receiving yards and three touchdowns.
Houston has been impressive on defense, allowing opponents 19.8 points per game, which ranks 11th in football.
Atlanta has been trending down the last two weeks, dropping their past two games after a 2-0 start.
Atlanta lost to the Jaguars on Sunday morning in London by a final score of 23-7.
The Falcons offense has been disappointing in the last two weeks, scoring just 13 points combined in the last two games.
Desmond Ridder leads this Falcons offense. Ridder has thrown for 744 yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions.
Bjian Robinson leads this Atlanta backfield. Robinson has rushed for 318 yards despite having no rushing touchdowns.
Tight end Jonu Smith has been the leading receiver for the Falcons. The veteran has racked up 179 yards. Wide receiver Drake London leads the team with two touchdowns.
The strength of the Falcons has been their defense, which ranks 10th in football, allowing opponents 19.3 points per game.
Houston Texans vs. Atlanta Falcons Pick
Atlanta is the better defensive team and matches up well with the Texans.
The Atlanta offense should get going sooner rather than later as they continue to use Robinson more in their offensive game plan.
Houston will come back to life from a defensive standpoint. This team has played above their heads the last two weeks, as they will regress sooner than later.
This is a great bounce-back spot for the Falcons at home.
Pick: Atlanta Falcons ML -125 is currently the best odds. Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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