Jacksonville Jaguars vs Houston Texans: prediction & pick
The model has run the numbers on Jacksonville Jaguars at Houston Texans and it likes Houston Texans. Our projection has HOU favored by roughly 5.5 points, a win probability near 67%, and a projected final of JAX 19 – HOU 25.
Against the spread
Where the book sits at -3 on HOU, our simulation disagrees by enough to make this a live spread play. The recommendation is HOU -3, an edge of about 2.5 points in our favor.
Total (over/under)
Totals-wise, the simulation expects roughly 43.5 points while the book has hung 43.5. That's too tight to bet with confidence — the total is best left alone here.
The projection
Running the matchup through the model produces a projected final score of JAX 19 – HOU 25, built from each team's power rating, home-field advantage, and pace. See how the model works for the full methodology.
Bottom line: the model rates this a Lean at 65% confidence. As always, shop for the best available number and size the bet to your bankroll — a single game never makes or breaks a season.