Texans vs Rams Prediction, Picks & Odds | 07 Sep 2025

NFL Betting Preview: Texans vs Rams

The Houston Texans meet the Los Angeles Rams in this NFL Week 1 matchup at SoFi Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 16:25 on Sunday, September 7. Our betting preview features expert predictions, picks, updated betting odds, head-to-head stats and the latest team news, including injuries.

Get with the Rams with a -3 spread. We’re backing them at -118 to enjoy a solid win when they go head to head with the Texans.

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Houston Texans lost their previous game in the Divisional Round of the playoffs, falling 23–14 on the road to the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. The Texans put up 336 total yards, including 251 passing and 85 rushing yards. They recorded 18 first downs and scored two touchdowns, one through the air and one on the ground.

In their most recent game, the Los Angeles Rams were eliminated in the NFC Divisional Round, losing 28–22 on the road to the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. The Rams produced 402 total yards, with 291 through the air and 111 on the ground, while picking up 18 first downs and scoring two touchdowns.

Head-to-Head Statistics

These two teams last met at NRG Stadium, with the Rams claiming the win. Beating the Texans by a 38-22 scoreline.

Quarterbacks

C.J. Stroud

233.5 Passing Yards

Over -112

Under -112

Matthew Stafford

231.5 Passing Yards

Over -112

Under -112

Texans vs Rams Prediction & Picks

Our Texans vs Rams tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast, bet builder advice and top player prop picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Game Prediction

The Rams are capable of covering the -3 line. We’re confident of a strong showing in this NFL showdown and a wager against the spread is the best play at -118.

Injuries can influence the outcome and our NFL handicappers factor that in alongside the latest form guide. We apply the same approach to the stats to build the clearest picture of how the game might unfold.

Key Texans vs Rams stats:

• The -3 line has been covered by Rams in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The -3 line has been covered by Rams in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The +3 line hasn’t been covered by Texans in 3 of their last 5 games.

Rams -3 Probability

The top NFL sportsbooks make it a 54.1% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Puka Nacua Anytime TD +120

Puka Nacua (Rams) is priced at +120 to score a TD. We think this is the pick of the player props, with generous odds available when it comes to backing him to score a touchdown at any time.

Latest Puka Nacua Player Prop Odds

Touchdown

Anytime

+130

First

+650

Receiving Yards

Over 71.5

-112

Under 71.5

-112

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C.J. Stroud Over 233.5 Passing Yards -114

You can back C.J. Stroud (Texans) at -114 to exceed 233.5 passing yards. There’s an opportunity to place a QB Passing Yards bet, with him capable of covering an appealing line.

Latest C.J. Stroud Player Prop Odds

Touchdown

Anytime

+900

First

+3500

Passing Yards

Over 233.5

-112

Under 233.5

-112

Rushing Yards

Over 11.5

-112

Under 11.5

-112

Correct Score Prediction

Texans 14 - 24 Rams

For those looking to get more bang for their buck, consider a correct score bet on the Rams. Backing them to win 24-14 means you can land a potential monster return.

Texans vs Rams Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the betting predictions and bet builder tips.

With a 63% chance of securing victory, Los Angeles Rams are favorites for this game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -167. Houston Texans are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +142.

The spread is 3 and the total points line is currently 42.5. The advantage of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. Those that want to back Under 42.5 can find odds of -105 available.

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Moneyline

Texans

+142

Rams

-167

Point Spread

Texans +3

-104

Rams -3

-118

Total Points

Under 42.5

-105

Over 42.5

-115

There’s the chance to back Kyren Williams at +470 to be the First Touchdown Scorer. He’s the favorite and available at similar odds to record the last TD instead.

Touchdown

Kyren Williams (Rams)

First TD

+470

Anytime TD

-125

Puka Nacua (Rams)

First TD

+650

Anytime TD

+130

Nico Collins (Texans)

First TD

+750

Anytime TD

+140

Davante Adams (Rams)

First TD

+800

Anytime TD

+155

Nick Chubb (Texans)

First TD

+850

Anytime TD

+195

Dalton Schultz (Texans)

First TD

+1400

Anytime TD

+310

Christian Kirk (Texans)

First TD

+1500

Anytime TD

+260

Tyler Higbee (Rams)

First TD

+1600

Anytime TD

+380

Jayden Higgins (Texans)

First TD

+1800

Anytime TD

+400

Tutu Atwell (Rams)

First TD

+2200

Anytime TD

+500

Jaylin Noel (Texans)

First TD

+2500

Anytime TD

+500

Dameon Pierce (Texans)

First TD

+3000

Anytime TD

+750

Xavier Hutchinson (Texans)

First TD

+3000

Anytime TD

+700

Blake Corum (Rams)

First TD

+3300

Anytime TD

+750

C.J. Stroud (Texans)

First TD

+3500

Anytime TD

+900

Dare Ogunbowale (Texans)

First TD

+4000

Anytime TD

+1000

Terrance Ferguson (Rams)

First TD

+4000

Anytime TD

+950

Cade Stover (Texans)

First TD

+4000

Anytime TD

+950

Justin Watson (Texans)

First TD

+5000

Anytime TD

+1100

Woody Marks (Texans)

First TD

+6000

Anytime TD

+1500

Jordan Whittington (Rams)

First TD

+6000

Anytime TD

+1300

Jarquez Hunter (Rams)

First TD

+7000

Anytime TD

+1400

Xavier Smith (Rams)

First TD

+7000

Anytime TD

+1800

Colby Parkinson (Rams)

First TD

+7500

Anytime TD

+1800

Cody Schrader (Rams)

First TD

+7500

Anytime TD

+1800

Konata Mumpfield (Rams)

First TD

+8000

Anytime TD

+2000

Davis Allen (Rams)

First TD

+8000

Anytime TD

+1900

Matthew Stafford (Rams)

First TD

+10000

Anytime TD

+3000

Jakob Johnson (Texans)

First TD

+10000

Anytime TD

+3500

Receiving Yards

Nico Collins (Texans)

Over 80.5

-112

Under 80.5

-112

Puka Nacua (Rams)

Over 71.5

-112

Under 71.5

-112

Davante Adams (Rams)

Over 56.5

-112

Under 56.5

-112

Christian Kirk (Texans)

Over 43.5

-114

Under 43.5

-114

Dalton Schultz (Texans)

Over 30.5

-112

Under 30.5

-112

Jayden Higgins (Texans)

Over 27.5

-112

Under 27.5

-112

Tutu Atwell (Rams)

Over 22.5

-112

Under 22.5

-112

Tyler Higbee (Rams)

Over 22.5

-112

Under 22.5

-112

Xavier Hutchinson (Texans)

Over 19.5

-112

Under 19.5

-112

Jaylin Noel (Texans)

Over 17.5

-112

Under 17.5

-112

Kyren Williams (Rams)

Over 9.5

-112

Under 9.5

-112

Rushing Yards

Kyren Williams (Rams)

Over 69.5

-112

Under 69.5

-112

Nick Chubb (Texans)

Over 47.5

-112

Under 47.5

-112

C.J. Stroud (Texans)

Over 11.5

-112

Under 11.5

-112

Passing Yards

C.J. Stroud (Texans)

Over 233.5

-112

Under 233.5

-112

Matthew Stafford (Rams)

Over 231.5

-112

Under 231.5

-112

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Rams Have Won Six of Their Last Ten Home Games

The Rams have six wins and four losses in the last 10 home games, putting up 24.30 points on average and giving up 24.60.

The Texans own a 5-5 mark in their past 10 road games, posting 22.50 points per contest while yielding 22.10.

The last SoFi Stadium meeting saw the Texans beat the Rams 24-20.

Last 10 Games		W-L	P	PF	PA	O43.5	U43.5
Rams Home Stats		6-4	48.90	24.30	24.60	6	4
Texans Away Stats		5-5	44.60	22.50	22.10	5	5

• W-L = Wins-Losses
• P = Avg. Points
• PF = Avg. Points For
• PA = Avg. Points Against
• O43.5 = Games Over 43.5 Points
• U43.5 = Games Under 43.5 Points

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Houston Texans Stats

Los Angeles Rams Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +3 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• +3 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -3 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• -3 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 42.40 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 44.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 43.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 43.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 21.70 pts and allowed 20.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 22.50 pts and allowed 22.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 43.70 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 47.30 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 43.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 43.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 23.10 pts and allowed 20.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 24.00 pts and allowed 23.30 pts in the last 10 home games

Game Stats

Last 10 Games

• Total Yards: Gained 306.70 Yds. Allowed 329.30 Yds
• Rushing Yards: Gained 108.80 Yds. Allowed 101.00 Yds
• Passing Yards: Gained 197.90 Yds. Allowed 228.30 Yds
• Total Touchdowns: Scored 2.20 TD. Allowed 2.10 TD
• Rushing Touchdowns: Scored 0.80 TD. Allowed 0.70 TD
• Passing Touchdowns: Scored 1.00 TD. Allowed 1.40 TD
• Total 1st Downs: Picked up 16.70. Allowed 19.20
• Total Turnovers: Committed 1.30. Committed by opponents 2.00
• Total Penalties: Committed 6.70. Committed by opponents 4.90
• Penalty Yards: Lost 57.50 Yds. Gained 41.30 Yds

Game Stats

Last 10 Games

• Total Yards: Gained 336.90 Yds. Allowed 349.80 Yds
• Rushing Yards: Gained 111.90 Yds. Allowed 145.30 Yds
• Passing Yards: Gained 225.00 Yds. Allowed 204.50 Yds
• Total Touchdowns: Scored 2.60 TD. Allowed 2.30 TD
• Rushing Touchdowns: Scored 0.70 TD. Allowed 0.90 TD
• Passing Touchdowns: Scored 1.70 TD. Allowed 1.40 TD
• Total 1st Downs: Picked up 18.90. Allowed 20.00
• Total Turnovers: Committed 0.50. Committed by opponents 0.90
• Total Penalties: Committed 5.40. Committed by opponents 5.10
• Penalty Yards: Lost 49.90 Yds. Gained 40.00 Yds

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Total Yards: Gained 333.80 Yds. Allowed 310.00 Yds
• Rushing Yards: Gained 146.10 Yds. Allowed 90.60 Yds
• Passing Yards: Gained 187.70 Yds. Allowed 219.40 Yds
• Total Touchdowns: Scored 2.40 TD. Allowed 2.60 TD
• Rushing Touchdowns: Scored 1.20 TD. Allowed 0.50 TD
• Passing Touchdowns: Scored 1.00 TD. Allowed 2.10 TD
• Total 1st Downs: Picked up 19.60. Allowed 18.10
• Total Turnovers: Committed 0.80. Committed by opponents 1.30
• Total Penalties: Committed 6.40. Committed by opponents 6.10
• Penalty Yards: Lost 53.00 Yds. Gained 45.10 Yds

Last 10 Home Games

• Total Yards: Gained 333.70 Yds. Allowed 350.60 Yds
• Rushing Yards: Gained 99.50 Yds. Allowed 127.80 Yds
• Passing Yards: Gained 234.20 Yds. Allowed 222.80 Yds
• Total Touchdowns: Scored 2.80 TD. Allowed 2.60 TD
• Rushing Touchdowns: Scored 1.00 TD. Allowed 0.80 TD
• Passing Touchdowns: Scored 1.40 TD. Allowed 1.80 TD
• Total 1st Downs: Picked up 20.30. Allowed 20.70
• Total Turnovers: Committed 0.80. Committed by opponents 1.20
• Total Penalties: Committed 6.00. Committed by opponents 5.80
• Penalty Yards: Lost 52.50 Yds. Gained 41.00 Yds

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