Houston Texans vs. Chicago Bears Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds for NFL Hall of Fame Game
Houston Texans vs. Chicago Bears Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds for NFL Hall of Fame Game
After a long wait, the NFL returns tonight.
Tonight kicks off the NFL Pre Season as the Chicago Bears and the Houston Texans will meet for the Annual Hall of Fame Game.
Canton, Ohio, will be the site for tonight's matchup.
Texans vs. Bears DATE, TIME, AND WHERE TO WATCH
- Date: August 1, 2024
- Game Time: 8:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN/ABC
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- Spread: Texans -1.5 (-115), Bears +1.5 (-105)
- Total Odds: Over 30.5 (-110), Under 30.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Texans (-130), Bears (+110)
Houston Texans vs. Chicago Bears Prediction
Chicago comes into this season with reasonably high expectations.
The Bears have struggled the last couple of seasons, sporting a record of 10-24 over the past two years.
Justin Fields was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the off-season as the Bears held the first pick in the NFL Draft.
The Bears selected Heisman trophy winner Caleb Williams with the No. 1 overall pick.
Williams will be responsible for turning around this franchise. Williams will not play in tonight's game.
Head Coach Matt Eberflus begins year three at the helm for the Bears. Eberflus will look to deliver the Bears their first winning season since 2018.
DJ Moore enjoyed a breakout 2023 season, which earned him a long-term extension this week. Moore is the best playmaker on this Chicago roster.
Tyson Bagent will be under center tonight for the Bears. Bagent made multiple starts in the absence of Fields in 2023.
After Bagent, we will likely see Brett Rypien and former Western Kentucky standout Austin Reed.
Houston comes into the season after winning the AFC South a year ago.
The Texans were one of the biggest surprises of 2023.
Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud took the league by storm, claiming Rookie of the Year honors.
Stroud will be back under center this season, looking to build on one of the best rookie years ever. Stroud will not play in tonight's game.
Head Coach DeMeco Ryans took this Texans' defense to a new level, ranking 11th in points allowed per game (21.1).
Former starting quarterback Davis Mills is expected to get the start tonight. Mills threw for 3,118 yards in 2022.
Veteran Case Keenum will get playing time tonight. Keenum began his career in 2013 with the Texans.
Fourth-string quarterback Tim Boyle may see time tonight in the second half.
Let's dive into my best bet for tonight's contest.
Houston Texans vs. Chicago Bears Betting Pick
In a coin flip game, we will hunt for value tonight.
I give Chicago a slight advantage regarding talent on the field tonight.
Bagent is playing with a chip on his shoulder, and will help lead the Bears to a win tonight. Enjoy the game, and let's cash in!
Pick: Chicago Bears ML +120 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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