Texans vs. Cowboys: Preview, Odds, and Predictions for Monday Night Football

The Houston Texans and the Dallas Cowboys are set to clash on Monday, November 18, 2024, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, in a highly anticipated Week 11 matchup of the 2024 NFL season. The Texans, currently standing at 6-4, are favored to win by at least a touchdown, with a spread of -7.5 points[2][3].

The Cowboys, who are on a four-game losing streak and hold a 3-6 record, face significant odds against them. Dallas has not covered the spread in any game where they were underdogs by 7.5 points or more this season. The team’s recent performance has been marred by defensive struggles, allowing an average of 28.8 points per game, which ranks 31st in the league[2].

For the Texans, the return of wide receiver Nico Collins is a significant boost. Collins, who was leading the NFL in receiving yards with 567 before suffering a hamstring injury in Week 5, is now off the injury report and set to play against the Cowboys. His return could be crucial in helping the Texans break their two-game losing streak.

Betting predictions lean towards the Texans winning the game, with a predicted final score of 27-20 in favor of Houston. The over/under for the game is set at 41.5 points, with many analysts predicting the game to go over this total given the combined scoring averages of both teams[2][3].

The game will be broadcast on ESPN and can also be streamed live on Fubo, subject to regional restrictions. Fans can catch all the action starting at 8:15 p.m. ET on Monday night[3].