Texans vs. Saints Predictions, Odds & Player Props

The Texans are all set to face off against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Oct 15. This week 6 game is slated to kick off at 1:00 ET and will be shown on FOX. New Orleans enters this contest as 1.5-point favorites, and the over/under total stands at 42.5. Can the Saints come out on top as the favorite? Our Texans vs. Saints predictions await you below.

Texans vs. Saints Odds

Spread: Saints -1.5
Total 42.5

Game Info

Date: Sunday, Oct 15
Time: 1:00 ET
Location: NRG Stadium, Houston TX
TV: FOX

Saints Betting Trends

Over their last five games, the Saints have an over/under record of 0-5 and are 1-3-1 vs. the spread.
When looking at their past three road matchups, New Orleans has an ATS record of 1-1-1 while averaging 23 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.
As the betting favorite, the Saints have an ATS mark of just 0-2-1 in their last three games. New Orleans posted a straight-up mark of 1-2 in these matchups.

Texans Betting Trends

In their last five games, the Texans have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
Across their last five home contests, Houston has been good against the spread posting a mark of 4-1. Their overall mark in these games was 3-2, while averaging 23 points per game.
Houston has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 2-1 SU and 2-1 ATS in their last three games.

Are the Saints Ready for a Win at Houston?

As we enter week 6, New Orleans is in 3rd place in the NFC-South with an overall record of 3-2. In the NFC, they are currently in 8th place. The Saints’ scoring margin thus far is currently at +4. This has contributed to an ATS record of 1-3-1.

The Saints took on the Patriots in week 5, winning by a score of 34-0. In addition to winning the game, the Saints managed to cover the spread as 1.5-point underdogs. In the Saints’ most recent game, the under-bettors finished with the win as the teams combined for 34 points. The pre-game line was set at 38.5.

The Saints’ offense produced a total of 304 yards against the Patriots. On third downs, the Saints achieved a conversion rate of 33.3%. Notably, Alvin Kamara led the rushing attack with 80 yards, while Derek Carr passed for 183 yards.

On defense, the Saints are giving up an average of 183.0 passing yards per game and 91.6. In terms of sacks, New Orleans is 9th among other defenses and they are giving up 15.2 points per game and 274.6 yards.

Will Houston Make it Happen at Home?

Through five games, the Texans have a record of 2-3. This mark has them 3rd in the AFC-South and 10th in the AFC. Taking a look at the Texans’ scoring margin this season, it is currently at +3. This has resulted in an ATS record of 3-2.

After dropping their last game by a score of 21-19 to the Falcons, they are looking to bounce back with a win this week. In spite of losing to Atlanta, the Texans did cover the spread as 2.5-point underdogs in the game. In the Texans’ latest game, the under bettors were correct as the teams totaled 40 points, below the line of 42 points.

On offense, C.J. Stroud ended with 249 passing yards on a completion rate of 57%. On the ground, the Texans ran the ball 23 times, amassing 64 yards. The team converted 4 third-downs at a rate of 30.8%.

On the defensive front, the Texans enter the game as the 10th-ranked team in tackles for loss and 12th in sacks. Their opponents are averaging 20 points per game against them, along with an average of 338.8 yards per contest.

Texans vs. Saints Player Prop

The rushing yards prop for Dameon Pierce against the Saints is at 48.5.

Across five games, Dameon Pierce has 84 rushing attempts and gained 247 yards. Heading into week 6 he is 18th among running backs in yardage. The Saints’ defense is currently allowing an average of 3.9 yards per rushing attempt. Based on this, I’d bet on taking the under at 48.5 rushing yards.

The Prop: Dameon Pierce Under 48.5 Rushing Yards (-109)