Miami Dolphins (9-8 Last season) vs Houston Texans (3-13-1 Last year)
Miami Dolphins vs Houston Texans 8/19/2023 – The Miami Dolphins had an average of 23.4 points per game when it came to scoring in the end zone. They could hold the ball for an average of 99.2 yards as a unit, putting them in 25th place in the National Football League. In total, the Dolphins gained 6,197 yards in the previous campaign. Miami recorded 220 first downs and 111 penalties for a total of 881 yards. They lost control of the ball 21 times (15 interceptions and 6 fumbles). Miami scored 12 rushing scores and 30 throwing touchdowns.
The Texans maintained an average of 17.0 points per game, placing them 30th out of all NFL teams in scoring ability. The Texans finished the previous season with 3,344 yards gained through the air and an average of 196.7 passing yards per game, which placed them 25th in the NFL. They ran for 1,476 yards overall and restricted opponents to an average of 86.8 run yards per game. With a holding average of 283.5 yards per game, the Houston Texans were placed 31st in the NFL. Regarding harming your team, the Houston offense totaled 644 penalty yards on 88 infractions, which placed it 25th in the league. Gain insights from expert national football league picks today for more analysis.
Dolphins vs. Texans Game Info
| When: | Saturday, August 19, 2023 4:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | NRG Stadium, TX |
| TV: | NFL NET |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Miami Dolphins QB Skylar Thompson and Houston Texans QB Davis Mills
The Dolphins lost against the Bills when they last played on the field, 34-31, and were sent home. Skylar Thompson completed 18 of 45 passes for 220 yards and one touchdown. He concluded the game with two interceptions and a QB rate of 44.7. The Dolphins’ top rusher, Jeff Wilson, with 10 carries for 23 yards and averaged 2.3 yards per carry. Tyreek Hill collected 69 yards on 7 catches for an average catch yardage of 9.9.
The Texans defeated the Colts in their most recent game, which the Texans won 32-31. Davis Mills (3 TDs) completed 22 of 38 passes for 298 yards and an efficiency rating of 87.3 to finish the game. His average passing yardage was 7.8 yards, and he threw 2 interceptions. The Texans’ top receiver, Brandin Cooks, hauled in 5 catches for a total of 106 yards (21.2 yards per catch). For Houston, Dare Ogunbowale carried the ball 11 times for 33 yards, averaging 3.0 yards per carry for the duration of the game.
Odds/Point Spread: Miami Dolphins +3.5, Total Odds: 40
The Dolphins were ranked 27th in the NFL for passing yards allowed with 3,992 being allowed by them. They averaged 234.8 yards per game through the air and a 66.7% completion rate in their 17 games. They were ranked 18th in the league for the yards they allowed (337.8 per game). Dolphins conceded 15 rushing scores in addition to 27 passing touchdowns. Last year, they gave up 103.0 rushing yards a game and an average of 4.1 running yards.
Miami Dolphins Betting Trends
The Miami Dolphins are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 matches. The Miami Dolphins are 1-7 SU in their last 8 matches. Miami Dolphins are 3-9 SU in their last 12 matches against Houston. The Miami Dolphins are 0-5 SU in their last 5 matches on the road. The Miami Dolphins are 0-6 SU in their last 6 matches when playing on the road against Houston.
Houston Texans Betting Trends
The Houston Texans are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 matches. The total went UNDER in 7 of Houston’s last 10 matches. Houston Texans are 3-10 SU in their last 13 matches. The Houston Texans are 0-7 SU in their last 7 matches at home. The Houston Texans are 6-0 SU in their last 6 matches when playing at home against Miami.
Miami Dolphins vs Houston Texans 8/19/2023 Betting Picks
The Miami Dolphins are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 matches against an opponent in the American Football Conference. The total went UNDER in 9 of Miami’s last 10 matches against an American Football Conference South division opponent. The Miami Dolphins are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 matches played in August. The Houston Texans are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 matches against an opponent in the American Football Conference. The total went UNDER in 7 of Houston’s last 8 matches against an American Football Conference East division opponent. The Houston Texans are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 matches played in August. For more insights, check out free daily sports picks.
Free Pick and Prediction: Miami Dolphins will win 21-18.