Titans vs. Texans preview: Predictions, odds, and how to watch Sunday's game

The Tennessee Titans (5-10) will travel to NRG Stadium to take on the Houston Texans (8-7) for a Week 17 matchup.

The Houston Texans' hopes of making it to the playoffs took a beating after losing 36-22 to the Cleveland Browns in Week 16. The Texans now find themselves in a must-win situation for their last two games to improve their chances of securing a spot in the playoffs. The Texans will have their starting rookie quarterback, C.J. Stroud, back in action for Week 17. Stroud suffered a concussion in Week 14’s loss to the New York Jets and missed the last two games but has now cleared concussion protocol and is all set to start against the Titans.

The Tennessee Titans suffered a 20-17 defeat to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 16. Quarterback Ryan Tannehill completed 18 out of 26 pass attempts for a total of 152 yards. Running back Derrick Henry managed to record 88 yards and score one touchdown on 19 carries, but unfortunately, his efforts were not enough to secure a win for the Titans against the Seahawks.

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How to watch the Tennessee Titans at Houston Texans: TV channel and streaming info

The Los Angeles Rams kick off against the New York Giants on Sunday, Dec. 31, at 1:00 p.m., ET, on FOX. The game can also be streamed on NFL+.

Week 17: Tennessee Titans at Houston Texans Predictions

BetMGM: Texans will win

Staff writes: "The winning team model predicts the Texans will win this Week 17 game with 63.7% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results."

ESPN: Texans have a 51% chance to win

According to the ESPN Matchup Predictor, the Houston Texans have a 51.5% chance of beating the Tennessee Titans in Week 17.

Clutch Points: Texans -5.5

Staff writes: "I do expect this game to be close. However, the Texans are the better team. C.J. Stroud is still questionable to play, but if he does, the Texans can be considered a lock. If he does not, the game is going to be a little less definitive. I am going to take the Texans to cover this spread."

Week 17: Tennessee Titans at Houston Texans odds, betting lines

The Houston Texans are favorites to defeat the Tennessee Titans, according to the BetMGM NFL odds.

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• Spread: Texans (-3.5)

• Moneyline: Texans (-190); Titans (+155)

• Over/under: 42.5

Week 17: Tennessee Titans at Houston Texans injury news

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