The Houston Texans will have a new play-caller this season in offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton, and THE BLITZ projects their pass/run mix to tilt 3.1% more towards passing than it did last season (in a neutral context).The Texans are a 3-point underdog in this week's contest, indicating a passing game script.This game will be played in a dome—which means zero wind, higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and better passing effectiveness.THE BLITZ projects Brandin Cooks to total 7.9 targets in this game, on average, placing him in the 86th percentile among wideouts.The Washington Commanders defense has conceded the 6th-most receiving yards per game in the NFL (166.0) to WRs this year.
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