The Colts are set to face the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan 6. The game is scheduled for 8:15 ET while airing on ABC. Houston enters this game as 1.5-point favorites, with the total set at 47.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Colts vs Texans player props and predictions below.
Colts VS. Texans Odds
- Spread: Texans -1.5
- Total 47.5
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Game Info
- Date: Saturday, Jan 6
- Time: 8:15 ET
- Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis IN
- TV: ABC
Texans Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Texans have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- The Texans are 2-1 ATS in their three last road games and 2-1 straight-up.
- 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.
Colts Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Colts have an over/under record of 5-0 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games at home, the Colts have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 6-4 vs. the spread. The team averaged 21 points per game in this stretch.
- As the betting underdog, the Colts have an ATS mark of just 1-4 in their last five games. Indianapolis posted a straight-up mark of 0-5 in these matchups.
Will Houston Find a Way to Win on the Road?
This season, the Texans hold the 3rd position in the AFC-South with an overall record of 9-7. Their non-conference game record is 3-2, and in AFC action, they are AFC. With a scoring margin of +1.2, the Texans’ have achieved an ATS record of 8-8 so far.
The Texans secured a win the last time they played, taking down the Titans by a score of 26-3. The Texans were able to cover the spread vs. Tennessee, as they went into the game favored by 5.5. The under hit in the Texans’ most recent game, as the teams combined for 29 points. The line going into the game was 44.
Houston’s offense generated 312 total yards against the Titans. On third downs, the Texans managed a conversion rate of 27.3%. Devin Singletary led the team in rushing with 80 yards, while C.J. Stroud passed for 213 yards.
Heading into this week’s matchup with the Colts, the Texans defense has given up an average of 20.9 points per game. They are currently 6th in quarterback hits and have allowed an average of 328.9 yards per contest.
Is a Home Win Possible for Indianapolis?
Having played 16 games, the Colts have a record of 9-7. This puts them at 2nd in the AFC-South and 7th in the AFC. The Colts hold a 9-7 record against the spread. As we approach week 18, their scoring margin stands at -0.9 per game.
After their 23-20 win over the Raiders, the Colts will look to pick up another win in week 18. Even with the straight-up win, the Colts did not cover vs. the spread against Las Vegas. On the spread, the Colts were favored by 3.5. The over hit in their most recent game, as the Raiders and Colts combined for 43 points. The over/under line was 42.5.
Against the Raiders’ defense, Gardner Minshew led the way with 224 passing yards and a completion rate of 65%. On the ground, the Colts ran the ball 29 times for 134 yards. The team had 6 third-down conversions (46.2%).
Going up against the Texans’ offense, the Colts defense has allowed an average of 24.5 points per game. So far this season, they are 7th in quarterback hits and have yielded an average of 352.6 yards per contest.
Colts vs. Texans Player Props
Texans RB Devin Singletary Over 62.5 Rushing Yards (-110)
Singletary has had a solid season with the Houston Texans, rushing for 834 yards and 3 touchdowns, and averaging 115.8 yards per game where he gets 16+ carries. The Texans, eyeing the AFC South title, aren’t quite in a critical must-win situation but can strengthen their postseason prospects with a win.
Facing the Indianapolis Colts, who have been weak against the run, allowing 108.2 rushing yards per game and 4.2 yards per carry, presents a favorable matchup for Singletary. With the Colts also playing for a playoff spot and deploying their usual defense, Singletary, now the Texans’ lead back, is set for numerous opportunities in this important game.
Where to Bet: Devin Singletary over 62.5 rushing yards | -110 at Bet365
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Colts VS. Texans Predictions
The oddsmakers opened the with Colts as the -1.5-point favorites but the lines have since moved to the Colts at +1.5 (-112). On the other side, the Texans are -1.5 (-110) on the point spread.
I’m liking Indianapolis as 1.5-point underdogs to cover the spread for this matchup. Indianapolis had a strong showing in their previous game, especially in the running game against Las Vegas. I believe they’ll maintain that form, so I’m betting on Indianapolis before kickoff.
The Pick: Colts +1.5 | -112 at Fanduel Sportsbook
