Jaguars vs. Texans: NFL Week 12 Odds & Picks (2023)
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NFL Odds, Picks & Predictions: Jaguars vs. Texans
Jaguars vs. Texans
The Jaguars are looking like they're getting things together, winning six of their last seven. We're also seeing Trevor Lawrence improve, as last week, he became the first Jaguars quarterback to have two passing and rushing touchdowns in a game. No one in the league currently has more hype and momentum than the Texans. They've pulled off three straight wins, and C.J. Stroud is a lock for offensive rookie of the season, but some are looking at him as an MVP candidate. Both of these teams are playing their best football at the moment, and with Houston being just a game behind Jacksonville, this game is a tone-setter. The Texans have played some close ones, and if a couple of things went the other way, their season could look way different. Other than the 49ers game, the Jags have looked much better than their opponents on both sides, and the eye test has them looking better.
Pick: Jaguars -1.5 (-110)
What is Betting Against the Spread?
Betting "against the spread" refers to the act of choosing the winning team based on a numeric handicap placed on the team that oddsmakers believe is superior, rather than picking the outright winner. For example, if the Rams face the Bengals, and oddsmakers set the spread at Rams -3.5, you would need Los Angeles to win by 4 or more points in order to cash your Rams bet.
What is an Over/Under Bet?
Over/Under is a wager based on how many points you think will be scored in a specific game. Oddsmakers set the total, and bettors decide whether the final score will be higher or lower than that number. If an Over/Under is set at 44.5 points and you bet Over, you will need the combined score of both teams to be 45 points or higher to win your bet.
What is a Moneyline Bet?
A moneyline bet involves choosing which team you believe will win a specific matchup. The moneyline favorite carries a minus designation, like -130. This means that you need to wager $130 to earn a $100 profit. Conversely, the underdog carries a plus designation, like +110. This means that you win $110 in profit on a $100 bet.
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