Aug 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants running back Eric Gray (20) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) during the first half against the Detroit Lions at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
- The Texans play their 3rd preseason game of the year against the New York Giants Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m. ET from NRG Stadium in Houston.
- Daniel Jones and the Giants starters are expected to take the field while a decision has not yet been made concerning Texans starters.
- Keep scrolling for a further look at the latest odds, best picks and a prediction for Saturday’s preseason tilt.
The Houston Texans (1-1 preseason) host the New York Giants (1-0 preseason) Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m. from NRG Stadium. The Giants have stated that they intend to play starters briefly while Houston has yet to release any information regarding their opening lineup.
Keep scrolling for a further look at Giants vs. Texans, including players to watch, the latest odds and a prediction for Week 2’s matchup.
New York Giants vs. Houston Texans Prediction
- Texans -2.5 (-105)
Although home field advantage hasn’t proven to be a good indicator of preseason success so far, I’ve got to go with the home team here. I like Davis Mills backing up CJ Stroud better than I like Tommy DeVito backing Daniel Jones, and Houston looked good in the 2nd half against Pittsburgh last week.
Mills has a weapon in Xavier Hutchinson that he can go to for yardage through the air, and Texans’ veteran Cam Akers is looking to prove he can earn a roster spot. He’s struggled thus far, but Detroit was able to rush for over 110 yards last weekend. That gives me confidence Akers can see success here.
Ultimately though, New York has a lot of talent at the skill positions. Eric Gray may be a problem for Houston as the game enters the late stages, but I’ll go with the home team to hold on for a win here.
Texans 21, Giants 14
Giants vs. Texans Odds (Fanatics)
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Giants | +2.5 (-115) | +115 | O 39.5 (-110) |
| Houston Texans | -2.5 (-105) | -140 | U 39.5 (-110) |
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The Texans, as expected, are considered home favorites for Saturday’s matchup at -2.5 point spread. The Giants, who won their lone preseason tilt against the Detroit Lions, sit at +115 moneyline while Houston sits at -140.
Preseason is obviously a harder matchup to judge than a normal game thanks to all the variables involved. Coaches may be looking for individual play more than actually winning the game. If you’re wondering whether home field advantage is real in preseason, keep in mind that the home team finished 8-8 in preseason Week 1.
The Over/Under for Saturday’s matchup sits at 39.5 on Fanatics, a bit on the higher side across Fanatics’ preseason Week 2 catalog. Both O/U totals sit with -110 odds.
Giants vs. Texans Names to Watch
- Malik Nabers, Giants WR
- Danielle Hunter, Texans DE
- Eric Gray, Giants RB
Malik Nabers might be the next great wide receiver out of LSU to star in the NFL. The Giants’ first-round selection is dealing with some slight injury issues, but was given the green light to practice on Thursday and had a good chance to play Saturday.
Hunter was a massive acquisition by the Texans this past offseason. He’s poised to form a deadly pass rushing duo alongside Will Anderson and will likely play a drive or 2 on Saturday. A new face is always fun to watch if you’re a Texans fan, but Hunter could be a force in Houston in 2024.
Eric Gray has scored both of New York’s touchdowns this preseason. The Oklahoma product is shifty and can contribute out of the backfield or lined up as a receiver – Gray led all receivers with 4 receptions for 46 yards in his first stint with New York this season. He accounted for 98 scrimmage yards with 2 touchdowns in the Giants’ 14-3 win over Detroit last week.
Ethan Stone was an editor for his student newspaper at the University of Tennessee and is now a News Manager for Saturday Down South and contributor with SBD!
The New York Giants are set to take on the Houston Texans in their second preseason game of the year, and there are plenty of storylines to keep an eye on as both teams look to fine-tune their rosters before the start of the regular season.
One of the biggest questions heading into this matchup is how the Giants’ revamped offense will perform against a solid Texans defense. With the addition of rookie quarterback Daniel Jones and star running back Saquon Barkley leading the charge, New York’s offense has the potential to be explosive this season. However, they will face a tough test against a Houston defense that ranked 12th in the league last year in total yards allowed.
On the other side of the ball, the Texans will be looking to see how their offense performs without star receiver DeAndre Hopkins, who was traded to the Arizona Cardinals in the offseason. Quarterback Deshaun Watson will need to establish chemistry with his new receiving corps, including Brandin Cooks and Randall Cobb, in order to keep the offense firing on all cylinders.
As for predictions, it’s always tough to predict the outcome of preseason games, as teams often prioritize evaluating their players over winning. However, based on the talent on both rosters, it wouldn’t be surprising to see a close and competitive game between the Giants and Texans.
In terms of players to watch, keep an eye on Daniel Jones as he continues to develop in his second year in the league. The young quarterback has shown flashes of brilliance in his rookie season and will look to build on that success in 2020. Additionally, watch out for Saquon Barkley, who is one of the most dynamic running backs in the league and is always a threat to break off a big play.
For the Texans, Deshaun Watson will be the player to watch as he looks to lead his team back to the playoffs. The talented quarterback has proven himself as one of the best young signal-callers in the league and will be looking to showcase his skills in this preseason matchup.
Overall, this game between the Giants and Texans has all the makings of an exciting and competitive matchup. Both teams have plenty of talent on both sides of the ball, and fans can expect to see some exciting plays from some of the NFL’s brightest stars. Be sure to tune in and see how it all unfolds.