Eagles vs. Texans Prediction: Philadelphia To Run Through Houston's Defense

The Eagles and Texans will be the first teams to play in NFL Week 9, and the two squads couldn’t be more different. Philly is 7-0 and rolling towards the first seed in the NFC, while Houston looks like it’s headed for the top of the draft once again. 

However, it’s Thursday Night Football. Anything can happen, so let’s dive into the odds and see how to bet this game. 

Eagles vs. Texans Spread, Odds and Over/Under

Eagles vs. Texans Odds, Spread and Total Movement in Week 9

The Eagles have gone from 13-point favorites to 14-point favorites, while the total has moved from 43 to 44.5. 

Eagles vs. Texans Best Bet and Prediction

Philadelphia has done a decent job of opening up big leads on mediocre teams this season, using the second quarter to blow the game open. The Eagles are 1st in the league in 2nd quarter scoring, averaging 18 points per 2nd quarter – six more points than the second team. They have the ability to go on massive runs, and I think it happens again this week. 

The Texans just got demolished on the ground, as they are 31st in opponent yards per carry and 32nd in opponent rushing yards per game. They can’t stop the run, and that’s not what you want to hear before facing the Eagles. 

Philly should win this game on the ground (6th in rushing yards per game) and cover. The Eagles are 3-0 this season when at least a 6.5-point favorite. They just blew out the Steelers, and everything is point towards them blowing the Texans out. 

You can find Donnavan Smoot’s full betting record here.

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