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Will Houston beat New York on TNF?

The Houston Texans hit the road in a short week to face the New York Jets in prime time on Thursday Night Football. A team is on the decline after losing on a last-second touchdown to a struggling AFC East opponent. The other team has returned to winning ways, but will lose two crucial elements on offense.

The Texans need to prove they can win at less than 100% on offense. Nico Collins remains on injured reserve with a hamstring injury. Meanwhile, Stefon Diggs' tenure at NRG Drive may be over after the four-time Pro Bowler suffered a season-ending ACL tear in the Week 8 win over the Colts.

“He was such an important part of our team and everything he brought, not only on the field but off the field,” Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said. “The energy, the leader, the way he worked every day,” Ryans said. “Must close the gap. A lot of people have to step in and fill the gap. I’m definitely praying for him.”

Can Houston survive a close matchup against an AFC East opponent despite having several offensive stars?

Here are the Texans Wire staff predictions for Thursday's showdown between two very different AFC “contenders” to close out the month of October.

Cole Thompson – Editor-in-Chief

Oct. 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud (7) celebrates wide receiver Tank Dell's (3) touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in the second quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory attribution: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Yes, the Texans lost two of their key weapons in the passing game, but this is a pivotal moment for the AFC South favorite. The defense is good enough to lead Houston to the title. Can the offense keep up?

With the Jets allowing over 125 rushing yards per contest, Joe Mixon should have a field day in space. Expect CJ Stroud to finally get John Metchie III involved in the passing game, especially when he's in the slot. It's hard to trust anything surrounding the Jets these days. Even when beaten and injured, it's easier to trust Houston's front seven.

Texans 21, Jets 14

John Crumpler – Staff Writer

Oct. 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans safety Jalen Pitre (5) celebrates his interception with teammates against the Indianapolis Colts in the second quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory attribution: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The 6-2 Texans travel to play the 2-6 New York Jets and are shocking underdogs after the loss of Stefon Diggs. That will require some of the best plays from CJ Stroud and Joe Mixon this season, but it's hard to imagine a red-hot Houston defense suddenly allowing a broken Jets offense to find its way.

Aaron Rodgers, Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall and the Jets' talented offense will find some plays – but ultimately, DeMeco Ryans' defense will lead the team to victory again.

Texans 20, Jets 17

Logan Farlow – Staff Writer

Oct. 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud (7) and wide receiver Tank Dell (3) react after a play in the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at NRG Stadium. Mandatory attribution: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

It baffles me that New York is the favorite in this game and has a defense capable of frustrating the Texans' offense. However, Joe Mixon is likely to have another big day and Houston's defensive line could wreak havoc against fairly tight end Aaron Rodgers.

Texan 20, Jets 10

Staff Season Predictions Rankings

Oct. 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans running back Dare Ogunbowale (33) celebrates running back Joe Mixon (28)'s rushing touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in the second quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory attribution: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

  • Cole Thompson (5-3)
  • John Crumpler (5-3)
  • Logan Farlow (6-2)

Texans 2024 regular season schedule

  • Week 1: Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts (Sept. 8, 12 p.m. CT) – W: 29-27
  • Week 2: Chicago Bears vs. Houston Texans (September 15, 7:20 p.m. CT) – W: 19-13
  • Week 3: Houston Texans at Minnesota Vikings (Sept. 22, 12 p.m. CT) L: 34-7
  • Week 4: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans (September 29, 12:00 p.m. CT) W: 24-20
  • Week 5: Buffalo Bills vs. Houston Texans (October 6, 12:00 p.m. CT) W: 23-20
  • Week 6: Houston Texans at New England Patriots (October 13, 12 p.m. CT): W 41-21
  • Week 7: Houston Texans at Green Bay Packers (October 20, 12:00 p.m. CT): L 24-22
  • Week 8: Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans (October 27, 12:00 p.m. CT): W 23-20
  • Week 9: Houston Texans at New York Jets (October 31, 7:15 p.m. CT)
  • Week 10: Detroit Lions vs. Houston Texans (November 10, 7:20 p.m. CT)
  • Week 11: Houston Texans at Dallas Cowboys (November 18, 7:15 p.m. CT)
  • Week 12: Tennessee Titans vs. Houston Texans (November 24, 12 p.m. CT)
  • Week 13: Houston Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars (December 1, 12 p.m. CT)
  • Week 14: Bye week
  • Week 15: Miami Dolphins vs. Houston Texans (December 15, 12 p.m. CT)
  • Week 16: Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs (December 21, 12 p.m. CT)
  • Week 17: Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans (December 25, 3:30 p.m. CT)
  • Week 18: Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans (January 6, TBD)
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Cole Thompson – Editor-in-Chief

Oct. 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud (7) celebrates wide receiver Tank Dell's (3) touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in the second quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory attribution: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Yes, the Texans lost two of their key weapons in the passing game, but this is a pivotal moment for the AFC South favorite. The defense is good enough to lead Houston to the title. Can the offense keep up?

With the Jets allowing over 125 rushing yards per contest, Joe Mixon should have a field day in space. Expect CJ Stroud to finally get John Metchie III involved in the passing game, especially when he's in the slot. It's hard to trust anything surrounding the Jets these days. Even when beaten and injured, it's easier to trust Houston's front seven.

Texans 21, Jets 14

John Crumpler – Staff Writer

Oct. 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans safety Jalen Pitre (5) celebrates his interception with teammates against the Indianapolis Colts in the second quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory attribution: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The 6-2 Texans travel to play the 2-6 New York Jets and are shocking underdogs after the loss of Stefon Diggs. That will require some of the best plays from CJ Stroud and Joe Mixon this season, but it's hard to imagine a red-hot Houston defense suddenly allowing a broken Jets offense to find its way.

Aaron Rodgers, Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall and the Jets' talented offense will find some plays – but ultimately, DeMeco Ryans' defense will lead the team to victory again.

Texans 20, Jets 17

Logan Farlow – Staff Writer

Oct. 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud (7) and wide receiver Tank Dell (3) react after a play in the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at NRG Stadium. Mandatory attribution: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

It baffles me that New York is the favorite in this game and has a defense capable of frustrating the Texans' offense. However, Joe Mixon is likely to have another big day and Houston's defensive line could wreak havoc against fairly tight end Aaron Rodgers.

Texan 20, Jets 10

Staff Season Predictions Rankings

Oct. 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans running back Dare Ogunbowale (33) celebrates running back Joe Mixon (28)'s rushing touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in the second quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory attribution: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

  • Cole Thompson (5-3)
  • John Crumpler (5-3)
  • Logan Farlow (6-2)

Texans 2024 regular season schedule

  • Week 1: Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts (Sept. 8, 12 p.m. CT) – W: 29-27
  • Week 2: Chicago Bears vs. Houston Texans (September 15, 7:20 p.m. CT) – W: 19-13
  • Week 3: Houston Texans at Minnesota Vikings (Sept. 22, 12 p.m. CT) L: 34-7
  • Week 4: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans (September 29, 12:00 p.m. CT) W: 24-20
  • Week 5: Buffalo Bills vs. Houston Texans (October 6, 12:00 p.m. CT) W: 23-20
  • Week 6: Houston Texans at New England Patriots (October 13, 12 p.m. CT): W 41-21
  • Week 7: Houston Texans at Green Bay Packers (October 20, 12:00 p.m. CT): L 24-22
  • Week 8: Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans (October 27, 12:00 p.m. CT): W 23-20
  • Week 9: Houston Texans at New York Jets (October 31, 7:15 p.m. CT)
  • Week 10: Detroit Lions vs. Houston Texans (November 10, 7:20 p.m. CT)
  • Week 11: Houston Texans at Dallas Cowboys (November 18, 7:15 p.m. CT)
  • Week 12: Tennessee Titans vs. Houston Texans (November 24, 12 p.m. CT)
  • Week 13: Houston Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars (December 1, 12 p.m. CT)
  • Week 14: Bye week
  • Week 15: Miami Dolphins vs. Houston Texans (December 15, 12 p.m. CT)
  • Week 16: Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs (December 21, 12 p.m. CT)
  • Week 17: Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans (December 25, 3:30 p.m. CT)
  • Week 18: Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans (January 6, TBD)
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  • We may occasionally recommend products and services that may be of interest to you. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may receive an affiliate fee. However, Texans Wire operates independently and this has no influence on our reporting.

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