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 3.2% more towards passing than it did last season (context-neutralized).The Texans are a 3-point underdog this week, indicating a passing game script.THE BLITZ projects the Houston Texans to be the 8th-most pass-oriented team on the slate this week with a 61.6% pass rate, based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, increased pass volume, increased TD potential, and increased passing efficiency.The Indianapolis Colts defense has not been good when opposing pass-catchers have gotten into space, yielding an average of 5.75 yards-after-the-catch this year: the 3rd-most in football.
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