Texans Preview

Lumen Field will play host to a Monday night NFL clash between the Houston Texans and the Seattle Seahawks. Get ready for all the football action with our NFL Picks. The Texans (2-3) started the season with three consecutive losses, but have erupted for 70 points over the last two games. Houston ranks fourth in the NFL  in total defense and is allowing a league best 12.2 points per game.

Last time out, Houston built a 21-point halftime lead against an injury ravaged Baltimore squad and never looked back during a 44-10 road triumph. Talented QB C.J. Stroud shredded the Ravens’ secondary for 244 yards and fourth touchdowns. Xavier Hutchinson caught a pair of touchdowns and Nick Chubb (61 rush yds) added a score on the ground for the Texans.

Seahawks Preview

The Seattle Seahawks have won four of their last five games and are locked in a three-way tie for first place in the AFC West Division. The Seahawks (4-2) rank fourth in the league in passing offense and are averaging 27.7 points per contest. On Sunday, Seattle carried a 14-point lead into the fourth quarter and held on for a 20-12 road victory against Jacksonville.

Third-year WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba continued his torrid early season pace with eight receptions for a season-high 162 yards and a score. Seattle QB Sam Darnold threw for 295 yards and his 11-yard strike to Cooper Kupp put the game out of reach. DE DeMarcus Lawrence registered two sacks for the Seahawks.

Texans vs Seahawks Pick

Seattle CB Devon Witherspoon (knee) did not suit up for Sunday’s victory and his status for this game is uncertain. The Texans are coming off a bye and their defense gives them a great shot in any environment. Houston will rattle Sam Darnold enough to pull off the upset on the road. Final Score Prediction, Houston Texans win 23-20.