- Matchup: Houston Texans vs Baltimore Ravens
- Event Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
- Venue: M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD
- Broadcast: CBS
- Betting Line: Ravens (-3.5)
- Over/Under Total: 43.5
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The Baltimore Ravens (1-3) are set to clash with the Houston Texans (1-3) at M&T Bank Stadium this Sunday. Baltimore is favored by 3.5 points according to bookmakers, with the total score set at 43.5.
The Houston Texans arrive with a 1-3 record for the season. In their most recent game, the Texans triumphed over the Tennessee Titans, claiming a decisive 26-0 victory. Woody Marks spearheaded the Texans’ rushing attack, amassing 69 yards on 17 carries (averaging 4.1 yards per attempt). Dalton Schultz contributed with 5 receptions for 30 yards, averaging 6.0 yards per catch. Quarterback C.J. Stroud completed 22 of 28 passes for 233 yards and 2 touchdowns, achieving a solid 125.1 quarterback rating while not throwing any interceptions. On the defensive side, the Texans allowed 82 rushing yards on 18 attempts, averaging 4.6 yards per carry. They limited their opponents to 10 completions on 26 attempts for 93 yards, resulting in a completion rate of 38.5%. By the game’s conclusion, Houston performed 63 plays that accounted for a total of 353 yards. They rushed the ball 35 times, yielding 129 yards, translating to an average of 3.7 yards per attempt.
Defensively, the Texans have surrendered 713 total passing yards, ranking 7th in the league. They give up 178.3 passing yards per game, with a completion percentage against of 57.1%. Against the run, the Texans have allowed 409 yards over four games, giving up 3 passing touchdowns and 4 rushing touchdowns. They rank 5th in the NFL, allowing an average of just 280.5 total yards per game and lead the league in scoring defense, yielding only 12.8 points per game.
The Ravens are also entering this game with a 1-3 season record. Last week, they suffered a defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs, ending with a score of 37-20. Starting quarterback Lamar Jackson threw for 147 yards on 14 of 20 passing, achieving 1 touchdown along with an interception, and recording a quarterback rating of 86.9 with an average of 7.4 yards per attempt. Mark Andrews emerged as the top receiver, hauling in 7 catches for 30 yards (averaging 4.3 yards per catch). Derrick Henry had 8 carries, gaining 42 yards with an average of 5.3 yards per carry. Overall, the Ravens managed 360 total yards from 50 plays (averaging 7.2 yards per play). They excelled in the rushing department, gaining 166 yards on 17 carries, averaging 9.8 yards per attempt. Defensively, the Ravens allowed 118 rushing yards on 32 attempts, averaging 3.7 yards per carry, and their pass defense conceded 264 yards, yielding a completion rate of 67.6% on 25 of 37 attempts.
On the offensive front, the Ravens rank 3rd in the NFL, averaging 32.8 points per game. They have thrown for 818 passing yards this season, averaging 204.5 yards per game, placing them 18th in the league. The Ravens also average 133.5 rushing yards per game, totaling 534 rushing yards for the season. Overall, Baltimore’s offense produces an average of 338.0 yards per game, which is 13th in the league. Unfortunately, their offense has been flagged for 145 yards across 22 penalties, placing them 27th in league standings with regard to discipline. The team has lost the ball once on an interception and three times on fumbles while achieving 42 first downs.
Defensively, the Ravens have struggled, allowing an average of 33.3 points per game, placing them 32nd in the league. They have relinquished 9 passing touchdowns and give up 265.5 passing yards per game, ranking 31st in this category. Baltimore has allowed 565 rushing yards this season with 7 rushing touchdowns, averaging 141.3 rushing yards allowed per game. The Ravens’ defense has been on the field for 286 plays, ranking last in the NFL. Currently, they have registered only 2 takeaways for the season (1 fumble and 1 interception), allowing a total of 133 points thus far.
Who will emerge victorious in this Texans vs Ravens matchup against the spread?
Analyst’s Pick: Back the Ravens -3.5
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