- The Jaguars are -2.5 point favorites vs the Texans
- Total (Over/Under): 42 points
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The Houston Texans (1-4-0) visit Wembley Stadium to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars (4-1-0) on Oct. 18. Kickoff is scheduled for 9:30 am in London, England.
The Jaguars are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -2.5 (-112).
The Texans vs. Jaguars Over/Under is 42 total points for the game.
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Texans vs. Jaguars Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Texans | +2.5 -105 | 42 -110 | +120 |
| Jaguars | -2.5 -112 | 42 -118 | -145 |
Texans vs. Jaguars Prediction
The winning team model predicts the Jaguars will win this game with 56.7% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.
Texans vs Jaguars Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Texans will cover the spread with 51.2% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Texans players this game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Texans Player Prop Bets Today
- Xavier Hutchinson has hit the Longest Reception Over in 14 of his last 18 games (+9.50 Units / 46% ROI)
- Xavier Hutchinson has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 14 of his last 18 games (+9.45 Units / 46% ROI)
- Ka’imi Fairbairn has hit the Field Goals Over in 14 of his last 17 games (+8.50 Units / 28% ROI)
- Woody Marks has hit the Carries Over in 13 of his last 18 games (+7.00 Units / 32% ROI)
- Xavier Hutchinson has hit the Receptions Over in 12 of his last 18 games (+6.95 Units / 31% ROI)
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Jaguars players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Jaguars Player Prop Best Bets Today
- Parker Washington has hit the Longest Reception Over in 12 of his last 16 games (+7.25 Units / 39% ROI)
- Parker Washington has hit the Receptions Over in 11 of his last 16 games (+6.45 Units / 35% ROI)
- Trevor Lawrence has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.15 Units / 31% ROI)
- Brian Thomas Jr. has hit the Receptions Under in 10 of his last 14 games (+5.70 Units / 31% ROI)
- Trevor Lawrence has hit the TD Passes Over in 7 of his last 9 games at home (+5.30 Units / 49% ROI)
First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Jaguars vs Texans
| Player Name | 1st TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Bhayshul Tuten | +525 |
| Woody Marks | +700 |
| Parker Washington | +775 |
| Nico Collins | +950 |
| Brenton Strange | +1150 |
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Jaguars vs Texans
| Player Name | Anytime TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Bhayshul Tuten | +120 |
| Woody Marks | +125 |
| Nico Collins | +160 |
| Parker Washington | +165 |
| Brenton Strange | +270 |
Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Jaguars vs Texans
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Nico Collins | 74.5 -115 | 74.5 -115 |
| Parker Washington | 63.5 -115 | 63.5 -115 |
| Brenton Strange | 38.5 -115 | 38.5 -115 |
| Jakobi Meyers | 32.5 -115 | 32.5 -115 |
| Dalton Schultz | 30.5 -115 | 30.5 -115 |
Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Jaguars vs Texans
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Bhayshul Tuten | 64.5 -115 | 64.5 -115 |
| Woody Marks | 47.5 -115 | 47.5 -115 |
| Trevor Lawrence | 12.5 -120 | 12.5 -110 |
| C.J. Stroud | 9.5 -110 | 9.5 -120 |
Texans Best Bets:
- The Houston Texans have covered the 2H Spread in 8 of their last 9 away games (+6.60 Units / 60% ROI)
- The Houston Texans have hit the 1H Team Total Over in 13 of their last 20 games (+5.07 Units / 22% ROI)
- The Houston Texans have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 12 of their last 19 games (+4.60 Units / 22% ROI)
- The Houston Texans have hit the 1H Moneyline in 13 of their last 22 games (+3.05 Units / 8% ROI)
- The Houston Texans have hit the Moneyline in 6 of their last 10 away games (+2.90 Units / 20% ROI)
Jaguars Best Bets:
- The Jacksonville Jaguars have hit the Moneyline in 15 of their last 20 games (+11.55 Units / 26% ROI)
- The Jacksonville Jaguars have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 11 of their last 17 games (+8.95 Units / 35% ROI)
- The Jacksonville Jaguars have covered the 3Q Spread in 13 of their last 17 games (+8.25 Units / 38% ROI)
- The Jacksonville Jaguars have covered the Spread in 13 of their last 20 games (+5.40 Units / 25% ROI)
- The Jacksonville Jaguars have hit the 2H Moneyline in 10 of their last 17 games (+5.10 Units / 17% ROI)
Texans Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Texans are 1-4 (-3.45 Units / -62.16% ROI).
- Texans are 1-4 when betting on the Moneyline for -4.25 Units / -51.52% ROI
- Texans are 2-3 when betting the Over for -1.3 Units / -23.64% ROI
- TexansTexansTexans are 3-2 when betting the Under for +0.8 Units / 14.55% ROI
Jaguars Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Jaguars are 3-2 (+0.85 Units / 15.6% ROI).
- Jaguars are 4-1 when betting on the Moneyline for +3.2 Units / 27.47% ROI
- Jaguars are 1-4 when betting the Over for -3.4 Units / -61.82% ROI
- Jaguars are 4-1 when betting the Under for +2.9 Units / 52.73% ROI
Houston Texans: Keys to the Game vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars
The Texans are 9-1 (.900) after a win since the 2025 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .562.
The Texans are 13-9 (.591) since the 2025 season — T-10th-best in NFL; League Avg: .497.
The Texans are 11-3 (.786) when possessing the ball longer than their opponent since the 2025 season — 8th-best in NFL; League Avg: .638.
The Texans are 7-2 (.778) when allowing less than 5 explosive passes since the 2025 season — 5th-best in NFL; League Avg: .556.
Jacksonville Jaguars: Keys to the Game vs. the Houston Texans
The Jaguars are undefeated (10-0) when allowing an average of less than 5 yards on first down plays since the 2025 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .593.
The Jaguars are 13-1 (.929) when rushing for more than 100 yards since the 2025 season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: .618.
The Jaguars are 9-1 (.900) when the opposing team commits 60 yards or more in penalties. since the 2025 season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: .502.
The Jaguars are 2-1 (.667) after a win this season — T-4th-best in NFL; League Avg: .500.
Additional Matchup Notes for Houston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jaguars have a third down conversion rate of 47.7% against the blitz since the 2025 season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Texans defense has allowed a third down conversion rate of 53.3% when blitzing since the 2025 season — 2nd-worst in NFL.
The Jaguars have been successful on just 36.2% of rush attempts with a base rush since the 2025 season — 2nd-worst in NFL. The Texans have allowed a success rate of just 41.3% on rush attempts with a base rush since the 2025 season — 5th-best in NFL.
The Texans are averaging just 3.0 yards per carry this season — worst in NFL. The Jaguars have allowed just 3.0 yards per carry this season — best in NFL.
The Texans have been successful on just 37.4% of rush attempts with motion since the 2025 season — 5th-worst in NFL. The Jaguars have allowed a success rate of just 37.5% on rush attempts against motion since the 2025 season — 5th-best in NFL.
The Texans are averaging just 3.7 yards per carry since the 2025 season — T-3rd-worst in NFL. The Jaguars have allowed just 3.9 yards per carry since the 2025 season — T-2nd-best in NFL.
Houston Texans Offense: Important Stats
The Texans ran 70% of their plays in their opponent’s territory in Week 5 — best in NFL; League Avg: 48%.
The Texans started 4 drives inside opposing territory in Week 5 — 2nd-most in NFL.
The Texans have not faced a blitz on 3rd and short this season — T-lowest in NFL; League Avg: 15%.
The Texans have run successful plays on 34% of rush attempts in the 1st quarter since the 2025 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 43%.
Jacksonville Jaguars Offense: Important Stats
The Jaguars have converted first downs on 4 of 7 plays (57%) when their QB has scrambled this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 20%.
The Jaguars have averaged 0.93 epa per play when their QB has scrambled this season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.32.
The Jaguars have averaged 12.6 yards per play when their QB has scrambled this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 4.3.
The Jaguars have averaged 0.77 epa per play against open coverage this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 0.42.
Houston Texans Defense: Important Stats
The Texans defense have allowed -2.41 epa per play with a light rush since the 2025 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 0.11.
Only 38% of the plays run against the Texans have been in their own territory since the 2025 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 48%.
The Texans defense has allowed successful plays on 40% of pass attempts against play action passes since the 2025 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 52%.
Only 11% of the plays run against the Texans have been in the red zone since the 2025 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 15%.
Jacksonville Jaguars Defense: Important Stats
The Jaguars defense have allowed -1.14 epa per play with tight coverage this season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.41.
The Jaguars defense have allowed -0.26 epa per play in the 1st half this season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.00.
The Jaguars defense have allowed -0.21 epa per play on motion plays this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 0.01.
The Jaguars defense has allowed a late down conversion rate of 9% in short yardage situations this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 17%.
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