The Texans are a heavy 13.5-point underdog in this week's game, indicating an extreme passing game script.The Houston Texans have run the 6th-least plays in the NFL this year, totaling a mere 55.4 plays per game.The Houston Texans O-line grades out as the 9th-worst in the NFL this year at opening holes for runners.The Philadelphia Eagles defensive ends project as the 2nd-best DE corps in football this year when it comes to run defense.The Houston Texans have elected to go for it on 4th down a mere 14.3% of the time since the start of last season (2nd-least in football), which typically means less offensive volume, less touchdown potential, and lower offensive stats across the board.
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