In the postseason, the Cleveland Browns will take on the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on Saturday. The Cleveland Browns are 11-6 on the season, and are the 5th seed in the AFC, after taking the first wildcard spot. The Browns finished 2nd in the AFC North. Cleveland lost their season finale to Cincinnati.
Browns vs. Texans Picks
- Pick: Houston +2.5.
For the Texans, they won in NFL Week 18 at Indianapolis, which got them into the postseason. The Texans are 10-7, and won the AFC South. This is a rematch of the Christmas Eve game where the Browns beat the Texans by two touchdowns. Let’s look at the Browns vs. Texans odds for this game:
Cleveland Browns vs Houston Texans Odds
Here are the updated Browns vs. Texans odds for this playoff game:
- Spread: Cleveland Browns -2.5, Houston Texans +2.5
- Total: 44.5
- Moneyline: Cleveland Browns -145, Houston Texans +125
Cleveland Browns vs Houston Texans Information
Take a look at the first game on the NFL Divisional Round schedule:
Cleveland Browns (11-6) vs Houston Texans (10-7)
Location of the game: NRG Stadium; Houston, TX
Date & Time: Saturday January 13th, 2024; 3:30pm CST
How to Watch: NBC
Cleveland Browns vs Houston Texans Betting Preview
In a season marked by the use of five different quarterbacks, it was Joe Flacco who emerged as the leader to guide the Cleveland Browns into the postseason. In five games, Flacco showcased his ability by throwing an impressive 13 touchdowns for the Browns. On the other side, the remaining four quarterbacks utilized by Cleveland in the other 12 games combined for just 11 touchdowns, accompanied by 15 interceptions.
Amari Cooper has had a stellar season, leading the team with over 1,200 receiving yards and contributing 5 touchdowns. David Njoku has also made a significant impact, securing six touchdown receptions, while Jerome Ford has caught five touchdowns as well.
Ford, stepping into the role after Nick Chubb’s injury, has become the primary rushing threat for the Browns. Picking up 813 yards and four rushing touchdowns, Ford enters the postseason with notable contributions. Meanwhile, Kareem Hunt has been massive in reaching the endzone on the ground, scoring 9 of the Browns’ 15 rushing touchdowns this season.
Following a win in Indianapolis, the Houston Texans secure a home game for their upcoming matchup. Houston boasts a 2-1 record in their last three home games, with the lone loss coming at the hands of Cleveland. Much like Flacco is making headlines for Cleveland, CJ Stroud is the standout performer for Houston. The rookie from Ohio State has tossed over 4,100 passing yards and 23 touchdowns.
Despite missing his primary target, Tank Dell, for a big portion of the season, Stroud has repeated consistency with Nico Collins. Collins has racked up an impressive 1,297 yards receiving and 8 touchdowns, while Dell contributed 7 touchdowns in 11 games. Tight end Dalton Schultz ranks third on the team with five touchdown receptions.
In the ground game, Devin Singletary has taken the lead, replacing Dameon Pierce and maintaining control of the role. Singletary has accumulated 898 rushing yards and four touchdowns on the season. Houston managed 10 rushing touchdowns overall, with three attributed to Stroud.
Cleveland Browns vs Houston Texans Betting Picks
The Cleveland Browns won the first meeting in Houston, but they did that before CJ Stroud returned to action. Joe Flacco has been a fun story for the Cleveland Browns, but they have plenty of injuries to limit them as well. This time, the game is going to be different, and the advantage goes to the Houston Texans.
Houston picks up a playoff win with a rookie quarterback. We like Stroud and his ability to move the football, teamed up with a solid Houston defense. When push comes to shove, we are going to take the Houston Texans +2.5, and also bet them via the moneyline. That was a look at the Browns vs. Texans odds. Enjoy the game and good luck with all the games on the NFL schedule for the first week of the postseason!
- Pick: Houston +2.5.
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