The Texans (6-3) travel to Tampa this weekend to take on the Buccaneers (4-4). First in defense by total yards, the Texans face an offense that ranks 15th in average yards per game and 24th in scoring. Arian Foster and Ben Tate could have another strong game as the Buccs are 26th against the run giving up 132 yards per game.
LeGarrette Blount has been dealing with some injury problems for most of the year and is currently unlikely to play in passing situations, so the Texans Defense can focus more on putting pressure on Quarterback Josh Freeman and keeping tabs on the Buccaneer's below average receiving core.
The Buccaneers pass defense might be able to get a little pressure on Schaub and although he's old, Ronde Barber might come up with a big play or two.
Vegas has the Texans favored by 3. I think they'll win by a little more, but it will be an ugly game.
Predictions:
- Texans 27, Buccaneers 17
- Arian Foster runs for 117 yards and 1 score with 4 catches for 36 yards
- Ben Tate runs for 62 yards
- Owen Daniels has a strong game with 5 catches for 92 yards and a score
- Antonio Smith and Brooks Reed both come away with a sack
- Matt Schaub passes for 238 yards and 2 scores
- Texans Defense force 3 turnovers
I agree with you on most aspect especially the differential greater than 3 and Arian over 100 yards
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