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Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans: How To Watch, Live Stream, Predictions, Odds, Key Players and Injury Report

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Get ready for an intense clash as the Baltimore Ravens host the Houston Texans in the AFC Divisional round on January 20, 2024. Lamar Jackson's top-seeded Ravens face off against rookie sensation CJ Stroud and the fourth-seeded Texans, who secured their spot with a wild-card victory over the Browns. 

Jackson's impressive season and Stroud's dynamic performance set the stage for an exciting matchup. Join us as we explore predictions, odds, and picks for this pivotal playoff game—will the Ravens continue their dominance, or will the Texans pull off an upset? The gridiron awaits.

How to watch Ravens vs. Texans?

Date: Saturday, January 20, 2024 

Time:4:30 PM ET

Venue: M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland

TV:  ABC

Live Streaming: ESPN+

Weather Forecast: Daytime high of 27 degrees

How to listen to Ravens vs. Texans on Radio?

Local radio options for Baltimore Ravens coverage include WBAL (1090 AM), 98Rock (97.9 FM), and SiriusXM Radio Channels 82 or 226. Listen via live stream on BaltimoreRavens.com or the Ravens Mobile app for in-market users.

Local announcers are Gerry Sandusky (play-by-play) and Rod Woodson (analyst). For national coverage, tune in to Westwood One Sports with Tom McCarthy (play-by-play), Ross Tucker (analyst), and Ryan Leaf (sideline).

Spanish-speaking fans can follow on TICO Sports (WLZL EL ZOL 107.9 FM), BaltimoreRavens.com, and the Ravens Mobile app (in-market users). The announcers are David Andrade (play-by-play) and Allen Gutierrez (analyst).

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Ravens vs. Texans Predictions

ATS Pick: Baltimore (-9) 

OU Pick: Under (44.5) 

Prediction: Baltimore 29 - Houston 15

Ravens vs. Texans Odds

The Ravens are considered more likely to win against the Texans. Odds are as of Monday night.

Spread: Ravens (-9.5) 

Moneyline: Ravens (-450); Texans (+350) 

Over/under: 45.5

Key Players to Watch out for in Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans

C.J. Stroud

C.J. Stroud ( Getty Images )

C.J. Stroud has accumulated 4,108 passing yards, achieving a completion rate of 63.9%. He has recorded 23 touchdowns and five interceptions, averaging 273.9 yards per game. Additionally, he has rushed the ball 39 times, gaining 167 yards and scoring three touchdowns.

Kareem Hunt

Kareem Hunt has demonstrated commendable performance in the current season, amassing 411 rushing yards and achieving nine rushing touchdowns, ranking him 11th in the league. Additionally, he has contributed 84 receiving yards, although he has yet to secure a receiving touchdown. Notably, Hunt has not recorded kick or punt return yards. In terms of overall contribution, he has accumulated 495 all-purpose yards and scored 54 points, showcasing his versatility on the field.

Lamar Jackson

Lamar Jackson ( Getty Images )

Lamar Jackson has accumulated 3,678 passing yards at an average of 229.9 yards per game, boasting a 67.2% completion rate with 307 completions out of 457 attempts. Alongside his 24 touchdown passes, he has thrown seven interceptions. On the rushing front, Jackson has gained 821 yards from 148 attempts, adding five touchdowns, and maintains an average of 51.3 rushing yards per game.

Ravens vs. Texans Injury Report - Injury Report

Ravens Injury Report

Player NameInjuryPractice Status2023 Season Stats
Tylan WallaceKneeDid Not Participate In Practice6 Games Played
Marlon HumphreyCalfDid Not Participate In Practice0.0 Sacks | 1.0 Tackles for Loss | 26 Tackles | 1 Interception | 5 Passes Defended
Devin DuvernayBackFull Participation In Practice13 Games Played
Mark AndrewsAnkleFull Participation In Practice61 Targets | 45 Receptions | 544 Yards | 6 Touchdowns
Ar'Darius WashingtonPectoralFull Participation In Practice1.0 Sack | 1.0 Tackles for Loss | 11 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 2 Passes Defended
Del'Shawn PhillipsShoulderDid Not Participate In Practice0.0 Sacks | 1.0 Tackles for Loss | 16 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 0 Passes Defended
Malik HarrisonGroinLimited Participation In Practice14 Games Played
Jayson OwehAnkleLimited Participation In Practice5.0 Sacks | 4.0 Tackles for Loss | 23 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 0 Passes Defended
Jadeveon Clowney |IllnessDid Not Participate In Practice9.5 Sacks | 9.0 Tackles for Loss | 43 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 5 Passes Defended
Zay Flowers CalfLimited Participation In Practice108 Targets | 77 Receptions | 858 Yards | 5 Touchdowns
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Texans Injury Report

Player Name InjuryPractice Status2023 Season Stats
Jerry HughesAnkleDid Not Participate In Practice3.0 Sacks | 4.0 Tackles for Loss | 32 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 0 Passes Defended
George Fant IllnessDid Not Participate In Practice3 Games Played
Andrew Beck BackLimited Participation In Practice12 Games Played
Laremy Tunsil RestDid Not Participate In Practice6 Games Played
Dieter Eiselen IllnessDid Not Participate In Practice14 Games Played
Denzel Perryman RibsLimited Participation In Practice0.5 Sacks | 6.0 Tackles for Loss | 76 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 3 Passes Defended
Christian Harris CalfLimited Participation In Practice2.0 Sacks | 7.0 Tackles for Loss | 100 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 7 Passes Defended
Jonathan Greenard AnkleLimited Participation In Practice12.5 Sacks | 15.0 Tackles for Loss | 52 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 2 Passes Defended
Blake Cashman KneeLimited Participation In Practice2.0 Sacks | 9.0 Tackles for Loss | 104 Tackles 
Sheldon Rankins RibsDid Not Participate In Practice6.0 Sacks | 9.0 Tackles for Loss | 37 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 0 Passes Defended
Maliek Collins HipLimited Participation In Practice5.0 Sacks | 8.0 Tackles for Loss | 41 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 1 Pass Defended
Robert Woods HipLimited Participation In Practice75 Targets | 40 Receptions | 426 Yards | 1 Touchdown
Nico Collins RestDid Not Participate In Practice109 Targets | 80 Receptions | 1,297 Yards | 8 Touchdowns
Kris BoydHamstringLimited Participation In Practice3 Games Played
Shaq MasonRestDid Not Participate In Practice4 Games Played
Will Anderson Jr.AnkleLimited Participation In Practice7.0 Sacks | 10.0 Tackles for Loss | 45 Tackles | 0 Interceptions | 1 Pass Defended
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Ravens vs Texans Stats

 RavensTexans
Off. Yards Avg. (Rank)370.4 (6)342.4 (12)
Def. Yards Avg. (Rank)301.4 (6)330.7 (14)
Rush Yards Avg. (Rank)156.5 (1)96.9 (22)
Pass Yards Avg. (Rank)213.8 (21)245.5 (7)
Turnovers (Rank)19 (12)14 (1)
Takeaways (Rank)31 (1)24 (16)

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