Houston Texans

By Marie Torto

Odds: 9/2 (opened at 12/1)
Remaining Opponents: Tennessee Titans, New England Patriots, Indianapolis Colts (twice), Minnesota Vikings
Strengths: Defense. The Texans are sixth in the league for total defense, second for rushing defense and fifth for rushing offense.
Weaknesses: Passing offense. The Texans are only middle of the road, ranked 17th in the league and only completing passes 53 percent of the time.