2017 NFL Picks, score predictions for Week 13

Houston Texans (4-7) at Tennessee Titans (7-4)

The last time these two teams met, Deshaun Watson lit the Tennessee Titans defense up for four touchdowns en route to a 57-14 victory. It was a coming-out party for the sensational rookie quarterback, but the Houston Texans have since watched him fall to a season-ending injury.

You better believe the Titans will come into this game eager for some revenge. And with a quarterback like Tom Savage under center, the Texans should end up giving it to them. It’s unfortunate, but that’s what happens when injuries strip you of two of your top talents.

Marcus Mariota will do a good job of protecting the football, allowing the Tennessee offense to methodically work its way down the field. DeMarco Murray and Derrick Henry also get in on the fun, giving the Texans’ tough defense a run for its money. As great as the Houston defense has been at times this season, it’s not going to be enough in Week 13.

The Titans take advantage of a lack of offensive firepower on the Texans’ end. They do just enough scoring to outpace Savage and Co., securing the win and staying on top of the AFC South for one more week.

Prediction: Titans win 27-17