Houston Texans at Miami Dolphins: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 12 matchup
The Miami Dolphins (7-3) look to continue rolling against the Houston Texans (1-8-1) on Sunday afternoon. The Dolphins return from their bye week with a chance to solidify their lead in the AFC East.
Dolphins receiving duo Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle put pressure on the best of opposing defenses. This week, they get a Texans secondary that is allowing 210.7 passing yards per game. Hill is putting together another All-Pro season with 81 receptions for 1,148 yards and four touchdowns.
The Texans are struggling to score points. Houston has been outscored 131-73 during a five-game losing streak. A change is on the horizon as the Texans will turn to quarterback Kyle Allen under center this week.
Here's a look at the betting details and USA TODAY's NFL staff picks for the Texans vs. Dolphins Week 12 game:
Texans at Dolphins odds, moneyline and over/under
Spread: Dolphins (-14)
Moneyline: Dolphins (-900); Texans (+600)
Over/under: 47
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Lorenzo Reyes: Dolphins 30, Texans 13
Miami is coming off its bye, has an explosive offense and a quarterback who is the model of efficiency this season. The Texans are on the road and are easily becoming one of the weakest teams in the league.
Safid Deen: Dolphins 31, Texans 13
Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins come back from their bye with a tune-up at home against Houston. They’ll win easily and need the victory with three straight road games coming up.
Lance Pugmire: Dolphins 34, Texans 14
Miami has scored 30-plus points in its last three games and now returns from a bye against the scuffling Texans.
Jarrett Bell: Dolphins 31, Texans 17
Nate Davis: Dolphins 30, Texans 13
Tyler Dragon: Dolphins 30, Texans 13
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