In a battle of the top two teams in the AFC South, the Houston Texans will play host to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. This is part of Week 12 of the National Football League schedule. The Jacksonville Jaguars are 7-3 on the season and lead the division. Jacksonville bounced back last week with a 34-14 win over the Tennessee Titans.
Jaguars vs Texans Picks
- Spread: Jaguars (-1)
For the Houston Texans, they have won three straight games, and are 6-4 on the season. Houston is in second place in the divisional race. In their previous meeting, the Houston Texans beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 37-17 on September 24th, 2023. Let’s get to our Jaguars vs Texans betting picks:
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans Odds
Before our Jaguars vs Texans betting picks, with NFL Expert Picks, take a look at the latest NFL Odds:
- Spread: Jacksonville Jaguars -1, Houston Texans +1
- Total: 48.5
- Moneyline: Jacksonville Jaguars -120, Houston Texans +100
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans Information
Jacksonville Jaguars vs Houston Texans
Date & Time: Sunday November 26th, 2023; 12:00 pm CST
Location of the game: NRG Stadium; Houston, TX
How to Watch: CBS
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans Analysis
Jaguars Roar on the Road: Eyeing a Perfect 5-0 Away Record
The Jacksonville Jaguars not only lead the division but have been a perfect 4-0 on the road this season. A fifth win in a row on the road would put them two games up in the divisional race. Jacksonville has won six of their last seven games as well. The Jaguars are scoring 23 points per game, and allowing opponents just over 20 per game.
Trevor Lawrence has put together a solid season under center. The signal-caller has tossed for more than 2,300 yards, with 11 touchdowns. Lawrence also is the second-best rushing candidate with 240 yards and two touchdowns. Travis Etienne has been solid, as he leads the team with seven touchdowns.
In the receiving game, the Jaguars are led by Christian Kirk, who is 28 yards away from 700 on the season. Kirk has three touchdowns, while Calvin Ridley is up to four. Evan Engram has yet to score a touchdown but is closing in on 500 yards.
The Jaguars head back home after this game on Monday Night Football to take on the Cincinnati Bengals. The Jacksonville Jaguars news as of late has been their ability to bounce back, which they did after the 49ers loss.
CJ Stroud: Houston’s Rookie Sensation Taking the NFL by Storm
For Houston, the talk has been rookie quarterback CJ Stroud. And that has been for good reason. The quarterback is running away with the offensive rookie of the year in the NFL. He has thrown for just shy of 3,000 yards on the season, with 17 touchdowns and just 5 interceptions. Stroud has been sacked 22 times in 10 games.
Nico Collins has been one of the beneficiaries of Stroud’s ability to get the ball downfield. Collins has 696 yards to lead the team. Tank Dell is having a great season as well and leads the team with six touchdowns. Dalton Schultz is right there as well, in his first season with Houston, with five touchdowns.
The run game has not been as sharp, but Devin Singletary seemingly has made himself the top rushing option over the last few games. The running back leads the team with 114 carries, while Dameon Pierce has missed three games.
Houston will remain home after this to take on the Denver Broncos. Houston Texans players seemingly have a ton of energy with a new head coach and rookie quarterback. It’s fun to see.
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans Betting Picks
The Houston Texans have been a great story. CJ Stroud has been outstanding. The new coaching staff has done an awesome job. The Texans beat the Jaguars in Jacksonville earlier in the season. But, the Jaguars got their wake-up call when they saw the 49ers a couple of weeks ago. This game and the division are going to go to Jacksonville.
The Jaguars are more balanced, have the ability to run the ball, and have receivers that can get open, and score. The Texans are a fun story, and may still get into the postseason as a wildcard, but in this game, the Jaguars win. Take the Jaguars -1.
- Pick: Jaguars Spread (-1).
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans Prediction
The final score prediction for this game is the Jacksonville Jaguars 27-20. The Jaguars score, and their defense does a number on the rookie quarterback. While Stroud finishes with decent numbers, look for him to struggle a bit with the Jaguars defense.
Take the Jaguars to win this game, and take them with confidence. Hope you enjoyed our Jaguars vs Texans betting picks and best of luck betting on this game and all the games on the NFL Schedule for Week 12.
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