Texans vs. Jets on Thursday night features two organizations seemingly headed in opposite directions. Check out our picks, predictions, and best player props!
Two teams heading in starkly different directions meet on Thursday night as the Houston Texans take on the New York Jets in a pivotal AFC showdown. The season’s momentum has swung upward for Houston, carrying them to a 6-2 record and a two-game cushion atop the AFC South. Fresh from a 23-20 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, they’ve won four of their last five, with resilience outshining precision. Their win over the Colts wasn’t picture-perfect—they couldn’t cover as 4.5-point favorites—but they’re finding ways to prevail, and the Under has hit in six of their last seven contests.
For the Jets, the season’s weight is getting heavier. A narrow 25-22 loss to the Patriots last Sunday marked their fifth straight defeat, pulling them further from playoff contention at 2-6 and tying them for third in the AFC East with those same Patriots. This slide has taken its toll on New York, as they’ve also failed to cover each of those five losses, even as the Over has cashed in three straight games.
Thursday’s game isn’t just a meeting of records; it’s a collision of narratives. Houston arrives confidently, while New York looks to reverse course, desperate to break their losing streak. Both teams know the stakes extend beyond the scoreboard in a season where every game feels like it counts for double.
Check out our Texans vs Jets picks, predictions, and best bets!
Texans vs. Jets Betting Preview
All Texans vs. Jets odds are from DraftKings Sportsbook and are correct on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
- Spread: Jets -2
- Moneyline: Texans +110 | Jets -130
- Over/Under: 42
- Game Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
- Location: MetLife Stadium | East Rutherford
- Predicted Weather at Kick: 71 degrees, Partly Cloudy
- How to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Texans vs. Jets Picks, Predictions, and Best Player Prop Bets
Houston’s C.J. Stroud has emerged as one of the NFL’s rising stars, passing for nearly 2,000 yards, 11 touchdowns, and completing 66.5% of his throws. Though Stroud has been intercepted four times, his rating of 95.6 speaks to his poise and accuracy, with standout performances like his 345-yard, two-touchdown game against Jacksonville—a 24-20 victory that showcased the young quarterback’s potential.
But history hasn’t been as kind to the Texans against the Jets. New York leads the all-time series 7-3, including a commanding 30-6 win last December, where Stroud was held to just 91 yards on 10-of-23 passing, sacked four times before being replaced by Davis Mills. Houston’s last victory in this rivalry came in December 2018, a hard-fought 29-22 game in the Meadowlands. For Stroud and the Texans, Thursday’s game is more than just another matchup; it’s a chance to rewrite a difficult chapter against a team that has had its number.
This number appears to be begging people to ride the Texans. While the Jets have been an absolute disaster in 2024, it’s hard to ignore their talent all over the field. With the Texans potentially looking ahead at the NFL-leading Lions in Week 10, this could be a trap game for them.
C.J. Stroud – QB, Texans – Under 242.5 Passing Yards (-120)
C.J. Stroud faces a challenging hurdle this week: exceeding his 242.5-yard passing prop, something he hasn’t managed in five consecutive road games. Just two weeks ago, Stroud threw for a mere 86 yards against the Packers, following a 192-yard outing versus the Patriots and 215 yards against the Vikings.
Now, up against the Jets’ formidable pass defense, Stroud will need to find his rhythm against a unit that has silenced some of the league’s top quarterbacks. With their secondary ranked among the NFL’s elite, New York is poised to make it another tough outing for the Texans’ promising rookie. I like this under.
Can somebody please help CJ Stroud? pic.twitter.com/YJDNxrB3XK
— Ollie Connolly (@OllieConnolly) October 28, 2024
Garrett Wilson – WR, Jets – Over 63.5 Receiving Yards (-115)
In a season clouded by challenges, one bright light for the Jets has been the steady rise of Garrett Wilson. Once a quiet start with Aaron Rodgers, Wilson struggled to top 60 yards in his first four games. But then came London, a turning point, as Wilson found his rhythm overseas against the Vikings. Since that trip, he’s hit the 100-yard mark in three of his last four outings, a sign of his evolving chemistry and undeniable talent.
The Texans’ defense, while formidable, has shown cracks against receivers with range. Colts’ Josh Downs racked up 109 yards last week, Green Bay’s Romeo Doubs had 94 before that, and New England’s DeMario Douglas added 92. For Wilson, this Thursday night could be his chance to shine again.
Most Targets this season:
🥇 Garrett Wilson – 82
The next closest WR has 68 🤯 pic.twitter.com/aeMdGzEAk3
— PFF Fantasy & Betting (@PFF_Fantasy) October 28, 2024
The Prediction: Jets 24 – Texans 17
Best Bets:
- Jets -2
- C.J. Stroud Under 242.5 Passing Yards (-120)
- Garrett Wilson Over 63.5 Receiving Yards (-115)
