- Date: Friday, August 2, 2024
- Teams: Chicago Bears (1-1) vs. Houston Texans (0-1-1)
- Line: Bears favored by 2.5 points
- Total Points: 40.5
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Betting Trends: Chicago Bears vs. Houston Texans
Analyzing the betting trends can provide insights into how teams have performed against expectations this season.
Chicago Bears Preview
- Record Against the Spread: 1-1-0
- Games Over the Total: 0
- Moneyline Favorite: First game this season
- Implied Win Probability: 59.3%
Houston Texans Preview
- Record Against the Spread: 2-0-0
- Games Over the Total: 0
- Performance as Underdogs: Lost both games
- Moneyline Underdog Odds: +123
Over/Under Trends
Examining the over/under trends helps predict whether the game is likely to be high-scoring or low-scoring.
- Combined Average Points Per Game: Bears (14.5) + Texans (14.5) = 29
- Combined Points Allowed Per Game: 36.5
- Average Total for Bears Games: 39.8 points
- Average Total for Texans Games: 45.5 points
Players to Watch
Key players can have a significant impact on the game’s outcome, and these are the ones to keep an eye on.
Chicago Bears players:
- Justin Fields: 22.4 fantasy points, QB No. 24
- David Montgomery: 18.6 fantasy points, RB No. 18
- Khalil Herbert: 14.4 fantasy points, RB No. 29
- Equanimeous St. Brown: 11.7 fantasy points, WR No. 45
Houston Texans players:
- Davis Mills: 22.7 fantasy points, QB No. 23
- O.J. Howard: 16.5 fantasy points, TE No. 5
- Brandin Cooks: 13.6 fantasy points, WR No. 39
- Dameon Pierce: 11.6 fantasy points, RB No. 35
Preview, Odds & Prediction
Given their favored status and key player performance, the Bears have a slight edge in this matchup. The Texans, while resilient against the spread, have struggled to secure wins.
Betting Pick:
- Take the Bears to cover the 2.5-point spread.
- Consider betting on the total staying under 40.5 points, given the scoring trends of both teams.
