Houston at Jacksonville

Houston QB C.J. Stroud is a game manager who has 2 TDs and no interceptions through the first two games. And the Houston defense is 11th in the NFL in total yards allowed and 11th against the pass. Jacksonville struggled at home last week against a good defense, losing 17-9 to the Chiefs. The offense is 21st in total yards and dead last on third down (25%), while the defense is 18th in yards given up, including 24th against the pass. The Jaguars are 36-55 ATS after gaining 75 or fewer rushing yards in the last game, plus 22-38 ATS after back-to-back games with a turnover margin of +1 or better. With NFL home favorites 34-83 ATS after a defeat in the first half of the season, back the big dog in this division rivalry. Play Houston as a Max Play.