We have a preseason battle in Houston on Saturday as the Miami Dolphins take on the Houston Texans.
The Miami Dolphins will look to get back on track following their disappointing preseason opener. The Dolphins scored just a field goal in the loss to the Atlanta Falcons. The Miami Dolphins standings saw them with a 9-8 record a season ago, where they lost in the postseason.
For Houston, they picked up a win in their preseason opener. The Texans downed the New England Patriots 20-9 on the road.
Looking at the NFL team stats, Houston went 3-13-1 a season ago and finished last place in the NFL standings for the AFC South. Let’s take a look at our Dolphins vs Texans prediction.
Miami Dolphins vs. Houston Texans Odds
Miami Dolphins vs. Houston Texans Information
Before we move into our Dolphins vs Texans prediction, here is some information on the game:
Miami Dolphins vs Houston Texans
Location of the game: NRG Stadium, Houston, TX.
Date & Time: Saturday, August 19. 3:00 pm CT.
How to Watch: NFL Network
Recent Scores
The last time these two teams met, the Miami Dolphins won 30-15. That game was played on November 27th, 2022.
Miami Dolphins vs. Houston Texans Betting Analysis
- Moneyline: Miami Dolphins +175 | Houston Texans -210
- Spread: Houston Texans -5 | Miami Dolphins +5
- Total: 38.5
Miami Dolphins vs. Houston Texans Betting Preview
The Miami Dolphins come into the season with high hopes. As a playoff team a season ago, Mike McDaniel and his crew are looking to make the step forward. The Dolphins managed just a fourth-quarter field goal from Jason Sanders for the only points of the game. The defense allowed a first-quarter touchdown, and then the rest of the points were via special teams.
Skyler Thompson, who is the backup for Tua Tagovailoa this season, was not great in his appearance. He was 10 for 16 for 104 yards but threw two interceptions and was sacked four times in the game. Myles Gaskin got an opportunity early in the game and rushed for 57 yards on seven carries in the game.
Looking at the NFL player stats, Gaskin was one of several receivers in the game for Miami. De’Von Achane, the rookie, got ten carries and also caught four passes in the game for Miami.
The Dolphins will start their 2023 regular season on the road. They take on the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1 and New England Patriots in Week 2 before welcoming Denver to town in Week 3.
Texans’ QB Trio
For Houston Texans news, the development of quarterback CJ Stroud is the biggest need. The rookie quarterback out of Ohio State struggled in the early stages of the game, throwing an interception and going two of four passing for just 13 yards. Case Keenum and Davis Mills came in and were better, both throwing a touchdown pass; however, their NFL MVP odds are slim.
The Texans saw Mike Boone lead the offense in rushing attack with four carries and 25 yards. Devin Singletary also got involved with the run game as well for Houston.
Tank Dell is a name you will want to remember. He scored a touchdown in his first-ever NFL game and finished the game with five receptions and 65 yards.
Houston will finish their preseason slate next week at home against New Orleans. After that, they will wait for Week 1 as they go on the road to the Baltimore Ravens. In Week 2 of the NFL schedule – Houston comes home and takes on the Indianapolis Colts.
Miami Dolphins vs. Houston Texans Betting Prediction
Do not be surprised if the Miami Dolphins struggle again in this game. Miami played pretty much a shell of what we will see in the regular season.
There are some youngsters from Houston that know their roster spot is on the line and will play hard and strong in this game. This has the makings of a Houston Texans win and a blowout here. Look for Stroud to be better as well.
- Barring any late additions to the NFL injury report, our Dolphins vs Texans Prediction for this game is the Houston Texans -5 and the under 38.5 points.
Houston wins this game 27-10 over Miami. We are looking forward to this game and all the NFL matchups.
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