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Texans vs. Vikings Prediction: Houston Predicted to Win Following Latest Data Analysis for NFL Week 3 [2024]
The Minnesota Vikings and Houston Texans are scheduled to meet in Week 3 of the NFL season at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, starting at 1:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Texans as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Texans-Vikings game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.
"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Texans with a win probability of 59%, while the Vikings have 41%."
Texans vs. Vikings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
The NFL Week 3 game between the Vikings and Texans at U.S. Bank Stadium is scheduled to begin at 1:00PM ET.
- Who: Houston Texans vs. Minnesota Vikings
- Date: Sunday, September 22, 2024
- Time: 1:00PM ET/10:00AM PT
- Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Vikings and Texans gear at Fanatics
- Live Stream: Watch this game on CBS via Hulu, FuboTV or Paramount+
Dimers.com's full preview of Sunday's Texans vs. Vikings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Texans vs. Vikings Predictions
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NFL game between the Texans and Vikings 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Texans a 59% chance of beating the Vikings in Week 3 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Texans winning 23-21.
According to our model, the Texans (-1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 46.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
As well as the above Texans vs. Vikings predictions, we also have the following locked and loaded for today's action:
Texans vs. Vikings Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Texans | Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (-110) | +1.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +114 |
| Total | o46.5 (-110) | u46.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Texans vs. Vikings Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Texans vs. Vikings matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.
Full access to our picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Texans vs. Vikings TD Scorers
Who will score the first touchdown in Texans vs. Vikings?
According to our model, Minnesota's Aaron Jones is most likely to score the first TD in Texans vs. Vikings.
Our projections give Jones a 13.2% chance of scoring the first TD at U.S. Bank Stadium, while the Vikings RB is a 54.2% chance of registering an anytime touchdown.
First Touchdown Scorer Predictions
Houston Texans
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Cam Akers | 9.6% |
| Nico Collins | 9.4% |
| Stefon Diggs | 9.0% |
Minnesota Vikings
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Aaron Jones | 13.2% |
| Justin Jefferson | 10.9% |
| Ty Chandler | 7.0% |
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions
Houston Texans
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Collins | 41.9% |
| Cam Akers | 41.2% |
| Stefon Diggs | 37.7% |
Minnesota Vikings
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Aaron Jones | 54.2% |
| Justin Jefferson | 46.7% |
| Ty Chandler | 33.0% |
For a complete analysis of the most likely first and anytime TD scorers this week, see our NFL Week 3 touchdown scorer predictions
Texans vs Vikings Player Props
Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Texans and Vikings. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.
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Texans vs. Vikings Quarterbacks
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Texans' C.J. Stroud is projected to throw for more yards than the Vikings' Sam Darnold.
Texans Rushing
Cam Akers, Dare Ogunbowale and C.J. Stroud are projected to be the leading rushers for the Texans.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Cam Akers | RB |
| Dare Ogunbowale | RB |
| C.J. Stroud | QB |
Vikings Rushing
Aaron Jones, Ty Chandler and Sam Darnold are expected to lead the Vikings in rushing yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Aaron Jones | RB |
| Ty Chandler | RB |
| Sam Darnold | QB |
Texans Receiving
Nico Collins, Tank Dell, Stefon Diggs, Dalton Schultz and Cam Akers are projected to top the receiving yards for the Texans.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Nico Collins | WR |
| Tank Dell | WR |
| Stefon Diggs | WR |
| Dalton Schultz | TE |
| Cam Akers | RB |
Vikings Receiving
Justin Jefferson, Jalen Nailor, Johnny Mundt, Aaron Jones and Brandon Powell are projected to lead the Vikings in receiving yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson | WR |
| Jalen Nailor | WR |
| Johnny Mundt | TE |
| Aaron Jones | RB |
| Brandon Powell | WR |
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Conclusion
We predict the Texans, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Vikings in Week 3 of the NFL season.
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