In this article we will formulate a Texans vs Giants prediction for this NFL game on Sunday, October 25th at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 7 matchup.
Houston Texans Betting Preview
The Houston Texans are 2-4 this year after they defeated the Jaguars by a score of 34-31 in their last game. Houston led 17-14 at halftime and 31-21 in the fourth quarter, but they needed a field goal as time expired to get the win. The Texans out gained Jacksonville by a total of 426-412, went 5-11 on third downs, and tied the turnover battle at one in the game. CJ Stroud threw for 312 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, while Jaylin Noel caught four passes for 107 yards and one score. Woody Marks rushed 15 times for 56 yards in the win.
Prior to that game, Houston defeated the Titans by a score of 26-3, but lost to the Cowboys by a score of 34-30 before that. The Texans have scored 24.0 points per game with 270.2 passing yards and 84.8 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 23.8 points against per game this season. CJ Stroud has thrown for 1,714 yards with nine touchdowns and one interception this year, while Jaylin Noel has 17 receptions for 334 yards and two scores.
New York Giants Betting Preview
The New York Giants are 3-2-1 this season after they lost to the Saints by a score of 34-27 in their last game. New York was tied 10-10 at halftime, but they trailed 34-10 in the fourth, before they nearly made a crazy comeback in the close loss. The Giants out gained New Orleans by a total of 461-319, went 4-14 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 4-1 in the game. JJ McCarthy threw for 243 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while Malik Nabers caught 12 passes for 165 yards. McCarthy also led the ground game with 26 yards on two carries.
Prior to that game, New York tied the Commanders by a score of 27-27 and defeated the Cardinals by a score of 36-24. The Giants have scored 22.7 points per game with 228.8 passing yards and 104.8 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 23.3 points against per game this season. JJ McCarthy will take over the starting QB role from Jameis Winston.
Why the Houston Texans will win
- The Giants have lost each of their last nine road games against AFC opponents on a winning streak.
- The Texans have won each of their last eight games following a Division win.
- The Texans have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games following a Division win.
- The Giants have failed to cover the spread in three of their last four October games against AFC opponents.
- The Giants have won the first quarter in four of their last five games as heavy underdogs (>+7.0 points).
- The Texans have won the first half in each of their last nine October games as favorites.
- The Texans have scored the first touchdown in each of their last six home games against NFC opponents.
Why the New York Giants will win
- The Giants have won each of their last six games against AFC South opponents.
- The Texans have lost each of their last six Week 7 games.
- The Giants have covered the spread in each of their last seven games against AFC South opponents.
- The Texans have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight day games against NFC East opponents.
- The Giants have scored the first touchdown in six of their last seven road games against AFC South opponents.
- The Giants have won the first quarter in each of their last five day games against AFC opponents.
- The Giants have won the first half in each of their last seven Week 7 road games against AFC opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Giants’ last six games in October have gone OVER the total points line.
- Six of the Texans’ last seven Sunday home games have gone OVER the total points line.
Houston Texans Player Prop Facts
- Nico Collins has scored the first touchdown in each of his last four home appearances against NFC opponents.
- Nico Collins has scored at least one touchdown in each of his last four home appearances against NFC opponents.
- C.J. Stroud has recorded 261+ passing yards in each of the Texans’ last four October games.
- C.J. Stroud has recorded 10+ rushing yards in each of the Texans’ last seven games against NFC opponents.
- Kayshon Boutte has recorded 15+ receiving yards in each of his last 11 regular season appearances.
- Xavier Hutchinson has recorded 21+ rushing and receiving yards in each of the Texans’ last six games as favorites.
- Davis Mills has recorded 22+ completions in four of his last five appearances as a starter.
- Heading into Week 7, Will Anderson Jr. ranks 1st in the NFL in sacks (7.5) this season.
New York Giants Player Prop Facts
- Malik Nabers has scored the last touchdown in three of his last four day road appearances.
- Cameron Skattebo has scored at least one touchdown in four of his last five appearances with the Giants as underdogs following a loss.
- Tyrone Tracy has recorded 29+ rushing yards in each of his last seven appearances with the Giants as underdogs against AFC opponents.
- Cameron Skattebo has recorded 90+ rushing and receiving yards in each of his four previous appearances against AFC opponents.
- Jameis Winston has recorded 222+ passing yards in eight of his last nine road appearances as a starter.
- Cameron Skattebo has recorded 12+ receiving yards in each of his seven previous road appearances.
- Jameis Winston has recorded 23+ completions in six of his last seven road appearances as a starter.
- Heading into Week 7, Malik Nabers is the only player in the NFL to record 100+ receiving yards in three or more consecutive games this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Texans – three different players have recorded 90+ receiving yards in a game this season – equal-most in the NFL, heading into Week 7.
- Texans – three different players have recorded 100+ receiving yards in a game this season – equal-most in the NFL, heading into Week 7.
- Heading into Week 7, the Giants have overturned the largest 1st quarter deficit to win a game this season – 11 points vs Arizona.
- Heading into Week 7, the Giants have given up the largest 1st quarter lead to win a game this season – 11 points vs Arizona.
Texans vs Giants Prediction
Houston comes into this matchup on a two game winning streak and they have some momentum after a terrible start to the season. The Texans are 0-3 at home this year, while the Giants are 0-1-1 on the road. New York has played in back to back crazy games against the Commanders and Saints, and they have gone over 42.5 points in three straight. The Giants are turning to JJ McCarthy at quarterback, who should find some success against a Houston team that has allowed 31+ points in two of their last three. Take the over here.