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Panthers vs Texans Preseason Betting Prediction

Here is our Panthers vs Texans Preseason Betting Prediction.

The Week 2 preseason matchup between the Carolina Panthers and Houston Texans presents a fascinating contrast in trends, style, and historical results. From a betting perspective, trends suggest a low-scoring affair. Four of the last five meetings between these teams have gone under the total, and Houston has been an “under” machine in August games, cashing that result in eight of their last nine. Carolina’s recent games have leaned heavily toward the over, but that’s often been against different types of opponents. The key matchup will be whether Carolina’s rushing efficiency can create balance against Houston’s defensive front. Bettors will need to weigh Carolina’s head-to-head dominance against Houston’s home-field edge and defensive strength—a classic preseason case of trend versus matchup.

Panthers vs Texans Preseason Betting Prediction: Head to Head

Panthers vs Texans Preseason Betting Prediction: Carolina

The Week 2 preseason matchup between the Carolina Panthers and Houston Texans presents a fascinating contrast in trends, style, and historical results. Carolina has absolutely owned the head-to-head series, winning the last five meetings outright and covering the spread each time. Their track record against the Texans is spotless, and that history will no doubt give them confidence heading into NRG Stadium. Yet, there’s a major asterisk—Carolina has been abysmal away from home in recent years, managing just three wins in their last twenty road contests. This makes the preseason road trip a legitimate test, even against a team they’ve historically handled with ease.

Panthers vs Texans Preseason Betting Prediction: Carolina Trends

• In its last ten games, Carolina has a 7-3 ATS record.
• In five of Carolina’s previous five games, the total has gone OVER.
• In its previous eight games, Carolina is 2-6 SU.
• In its last five meetings with Houston, Carolina is 5-0 ATS.
• In their previous five meetings with Houston, Carolina is 5-0 SU.
• In its last 20 away games, Carolina is 3-17 SU.
• In six of Carolina’s previous seven games against an American Football Conference opponent, the total has gone over.
• In five of Carolina’s last five games against a team in the American Football Conference South division, the total has gone UNDER.
• In its last five August games, Carolina is 0–5 ATS.
• In its last nine Saturday games, Carolina is 3-6 ATS.

Carolina Last 10 Games

Date	Opponent	Score	Spread	Total	Moneyline
1/05/25	@ATL	W 44-38	W+6.5	O45.5	W+225
12/29/24	@TB	L 48-14	L+4.5	O43.5	L+170
12/22/24	ARI	W 36-30	W+1.0	O45.5	W-102
12/15/24	DAL	L 30-14	L+6.5	P44	L+225
12/08/24	@PHI	L 22-16	W+7.0	U45	L+250
12/01/24	TB	L 26-23	L+2.0	O44	L+105
11/24/24	KC	L 30-27	W+7.0	O45.5	L+250
11/10/24	NYG	W 20-17	W+1.0	U40.5	W+112
11/03/24	NO	W 23-22	W+1.0	O40.5	W-102
10/27/24	@DEN	L 28-14	L+2.5	P42	L+114

Panthers vs Texans Preseason Betting Prediction: Houston

For Houston, the advantage lies in their defensive consistency and home dominance. The Texans have been a fortress at NRG Stadium, going 10-3 SU in their last 13 home games, and they feature a top-10 defense against both the run and the pass. Their ability to control possession and limit opponents’ explosive plays makes them a dangerous preseason opponent, even for a Carolina squad that’s been historically superior in the series. The Texans’ second-quarter scoring dominance could be a pivotal factor in this game, especially if they manage to build a lead before halftime and let their defense dictate the pace.

Panthers vs Texans Preseason Betting Prediction: Houston Trends

• In its last six games, Houston has a 2-4 SU record.
• Four of Houston’s previous five games versus Carolina have seen the total fall UNDER.
• In its last 13 home games, Houston has a 10-3 SU record.
• In its last five games against a National Football Conference opponent, Houston has a 1-4 record overall.
• In six of Houston’s previous seven games against a team in the National Football Conference South division, the total has gone UNDER.
• Eight of Houston’s past nine August games have seen the total fall UNDER.
• Houston has a 6-3 ATS record in its previous nine home Saturday games.

Houston Last 10 Games

Date	Opponent	Score	Spread	Total	Moneyline
1/18/25	@KC	L 23-14	L+7.5	U42.5	L+324
1/11/25	LAC	W 32-12	W+2.5	O43.5	W+137
1/05/25	@TEN	W 23-14	W-3.0	U45	W-155
12/25/24	BAL	L 31-2	L+1.5	U45.5	L+108
12/21/24	@KC	L 27-19	L+4.5	U47	L+170
12/15/24	MIA	W 20-12	W-2.5	U49.5	W-142
12/01/24	@JAC	W 23-20	W+1.0	U47	W-105
11/24/24	TEN	L 32-27	L-5.5	O46.5	L-218
11/18/24	@DAL	W 34-10	W+3.0	U49	W+130
11/10/24	DET	L 26-23	L-0.5	O48.5	L-110

 

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