The Houston Texans will have a new play-caller this year in offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton, and THE BLITZ projects their pass/run mix to lean 2.1% more towards passing than it did last year (context-neutralized).The Texans are a heavy 7-point underdog in this game, which points towards an extreme passing game script.THE BLITZ projects the Houston Texans to be the 8th-most pass-oriented offense on the slate this week with a 63.5% pass rate, accounting for their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.This game will be played in a dome—meaning zero wind, higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and better passing efficiency.THE BLITZ projects Nico Collins to earn 6.4 targets this week, on average, placing him in the 77th percentile among wide receivers.
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