For your Texans vs. Browns predictions needs, we’ve got you covered as the Browns hit the road to face the Texans on Sunday, Dec 24 at 1:00 ET. Currently, the total sits at 40, with the Browns favored by 3 on the road.
Texans VS. Browns Odds
- Spread: Browns -3
- Total 40
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Game Info
- Date: Sunday, Dec 24
- Time: 1:00 ET
- Location: NRG Stadium, Houston TX
- TV: CBS
Browns Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Browns have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- Across the Browns last five road games, the team averaged 24 points per game while allowing 31. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-3-1 while going 2-3 straight-up.
- Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, Cleveland has an ATS mark of 7-3 while going 8-2 straight up.
Texans Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Texans have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Through their last ten home games, Houston has an ATS record of just 7-3. However, their overall record was 5-5 while averaging 20 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.
Will the Browns Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?
Through 14 games, the Browns are 9-5. In the AFC-North standings, they are in 2nd place, which puts them 5th in the AFC. With a scoring margin of +1.4, the Browns’ have achieved an ATS record of 8-5-1 so far.
The Browns recently secured a victory, defeating the Bears with a final score of 20-17. Heading into the game, the Browns were favored by 2.5. Their 3-point win was enough to cover the spread. The pre-game over/under line in their most recent game vs. Chicago was 37.5. The teams fell short of this figure with 37 points.
On offense, Joe Flacco ended with 374 passing yards on a completion rate of 63%. On the ground, the Browns ran the ball 18 times, amassing 29 yards. The team converted 4 third-downs at a rate of 25%.
On the defensive side of the ball, Cleveland currently ranks 11th in points allowed. Their opponents have been averaging 20.6 points per game while gaining 261.1 yards per contest.
Are Houston Ready for a Home Win?
The Texans come into their matchup against the Browns with an 8-6 record. In the AFC-South, they are 3rd and 8th in the AFC overall standings. The Texans’ scoring margin heading into this week’s game is at +0.8, putting their ATS record at 7-7.
The last time Houston played, the Texans beat the Titans with a final score of 19-16. While picking up the win, the Texans also covered the spread as 3-point underdogs. In the Texans’ most recent game, the under bettors finished with the win as the teams combined for 35 points. The pre-game line was set at 38.
Offensively, Case Keenum finished with 229 passing yards while completing 63% of his passes. On the ground, the Texans ran the ball 32 times for 148 yards. The team went 4/15 on third down.
The Texans’ defense comes into the game with rankings of 2nd in tackles for loss and 10th in sacks. Their opponents have been scoring 21.1 points per game and gaining 332.6 yards (per game).
Texans vs. Browns Player Prop
Devin Singletary will head into his matchup with the Browns with rushing yards prop of 62.5. The over currently pays out at -116, indicating implied odds of 54%. Across 14 games, Devin Singletary has 167 rushing attempts and gained 711 yards. Heading into week 16 he is 23rd among running backs in yardage. Facing a Browns rush defense ranked 11th in rushing yards allowed, I’m counting on Singletary getting a lot of work in the run game and exceeding 62.5 yards.
- The Prop: Devin Singletary Over 62.5 Rushing Yards (-116)
Texans VS. Browns Predictions
Since the lines were initially posted, Houston has shifted from -1.5 point favorites to their current line of +3 (-118). Cleveland, on the other hand, currently stands as -3 (-104) point underdogs on the road.
I’m leaning towards Houston to cover as 3-point underdogs in this matchup. Houston demonstrated a strong rushing game in their recent game against Tennessee and is expected to once again put up some big numbers on the ground. I’ll be placing my bet on Houston before the game kicks off.
The Pick: Texans +3 | -118 at Fanduel Sportsbook