This Sunday, the Houston Texans will take on the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium in Week 3 of the NFL season. Both teams have started the season strong, each boasting a 2-0 record. The Texans currently sit atop the AFC South, while the Vikings lead the NFC North. According to the latest NFL betting odds, the Houston Texans are favored to win this game.
Game Information:
- Date: Sunday, September 22, 2024
- Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
- Location: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, Minnesota
- TV: NBC/CBS
- Stream: NFL+/Fubo TV
Betting Odds:
- Moneyline: Texans (-140) vs. Vikings (+120)
- Spread: Texans -2.5 (-115) vs. Vikings +2.5 (-105)
- Total (O/U): 45.5 points
Houston Texans:
The Texans are coming off a 19-13 win against the Chicago Bears. Quarterback C.J. Stroud had an impressive outing, completing 23 of 36 passes for 260 yards and one touchdown. Running back Cam Akers led the ground attack with 32 yards on seven carries, while wide receiver Nico Collins had a standout performance with eight receptions for 135 yards and one touchdown. Houston’s offense has shown solid efficiency through two games, and Stroud’s consistency is key to their early success.
Key Players:
- C.J. Stroud: 494 Yds, 3 TDs, 0 INTs
- Joe Mixon: 39 Carries, 184 Yds, 1 TD
- Nico Collins: 14 Receptions, 252 Yds, 1 TD
Minnesota Vikings:
The Vikings earned a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2. Quarterback Sam Darnold completed 17 of 26 passes for 268 yards, throwing for two touchdowns and one interception. Darnold also led the team in rushing with 82 yards on ten carries. Wide receiver Justin Jefferson shined with four catches for 133 yards and one touchdown. The Vikings’ offense, powered by Darnold’s dual-threat capabilities, has proven formidable so far.
Key Players:
- Sam Darnold: 476 Yds, 4 TDs, 2 INTs
- Aaron Jones: 23 Carries, 126 Yds, 1 TD
- Justin Jefferson: 8 Receptions, 192 Yds, 2 TDs
Injury Report:
Both teams are dealing with injuries to key players. The Texans will be without backup QB Case Keenum and multiple defensive players, while the Vikings may miss wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.
Prediction:
This game could be a close one, as both teams have shown early-season success. The Vikings will rely heavily on their defense and Sam Darnold’s playmaking ability. However, the Texans have a balanced offense and have been more consistent. The latest predictions favor Houston to secure a 25-21 victory.
