NFL Picks and Predictions – Week 12

Jan 5, 2013; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) reacts after a play against the Cincinnati Bengals during the third quarter of the AFC Wild Card playoff game at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Bengals vs. Texans 

Both teams are coming off of big wins on the road in week 11 and will be looking to keep the momentum going here.  The Bengals have won three of their last four games and appear to be hitting their stride.  However, the Texans offense looks a little better with Ryan Mallett at quarterback.

Combine a better passing game with a solid defense led by J.J. Watt, and I think the Houston Texans will come out on top in a close on at home.       NFL Picks

Winner:  Texans

Score prediction:       20-19  Texans   

Points spread:     Texans -1.5

Over/under:  44 – Over

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