Houston Texans (2-5) at Los Angeles Chargers (0-7): prediction and pick

Houston Texans are favored at 66% to win (HOU -5.5). Our predicted score is Houston Texans 24, Los Angeles Chargers 18, against a betting total of 41.5. Los Angeles Chargers come in cold, 0-5 in their last 5. Los Angeles Chargers have 5 players listed out or doubtful. Check the final injury report before betting.

Fair odds: Houston Texans -192, Los Angeles Chargers +192. Built from the betting line with the sportsbook's cut removed.

Predicted score: Houston Texans 24, Los Angeles Chargers 18

Spread: HOU -5.5

Total: 41.5

Moneyline: Houston Texans -218, Los Angeles Chargers +180

DraftKings line. Shop around, prices differ by book.

• Los Angeles Chargers: 0-5 in the last 5 (L L L L L, most recent first)
• Houston Texans: 2-3 in the last 5 (L W W L L, most recent first)

Los Angeles Chargers: Rodney Shelley (Out), Donte Jackson (Out), Theo Wease Jr. (Out), Brenen Thompson (Out), Deane Leonard (Out)

Houston Texans: Jaylin Noel (Injured Reserve), Jalen Pitre (Questionable), David Montgomery (Questionable), Reed Blankenship (Questionable), Blake Fisher (Questionable)

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