Jan 4, 2026 1:00 PM EST

Week 18

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Indianapolis Colts vs Houston Texans Game Props

Updated:Jan 4, 2026 1:29 AM EST

The upcoming NFL showdown on January 4, 2026, features the Indianapolis Colts visiting the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX. This Week 18 regular-season game promises plenty of excitement for football fans and bettors alike. Broadcasting on CBS, this game offers a prime opportunity to leverage game props and prop bets to maximize your betting edge.

The Colts bring a solid pass offense that will challenge the Texans' pass defense, while Houston's run offense will test Indianapolis' run defense. Additionally, Houston's pass protection will be under pressure against a tough Colts pass rush, setting the stage for an intense battle. These matchups are crucial for bettors focusing on touchdowns and field goals, especially with our projections showing a high EV on the "Will there be safety?" prop bet, which has a strong hit rate in recent games.

Our prop bet results over the last 10 games have been consistently profitable, particularly in markets involving defensive scoring. With game projections favoring a dynamic and strategic contest, bettors can use these insights to make smarter wagers. For more detailed analysis and player-specific props, check out our player props for the NFL. Ready to bet smarter? Start your OddsTrader Turbo subscription now or place your bet with a U.S. regulated sportsbook and profit off the edge.

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Both Teams To Score 10+ Points

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YESBoth Teams To Score 10+ Points

NOBoth Teams To Score 10+ Points

Both Teams To Score 20+ Points

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YESBoth Teams To Score 20+ Points

NOBoth Teams To Score 20+ Points

Both Teams To Score 30+ Points

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YESBoth Teams To Score 30+ Points

NOBoth Teams To Score 30+ Points

Will there be a Safety

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YESWill there be a Safety

NOWill there be a Safety

Indianapolis Team Total

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OVERIndianapolis Team Total

UNDERIndianapolis Team Total

Houston Team Total

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OVERHouston Team Total

UNDERHouston Team Total

Indianapolis Total (First Half)

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OVERIndianapolis Total

UNDERIndianapolis Total

Houston Total (First Half)

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OVERHouston Total

UNDERHouston Total

Indianapolis Total Touchdown

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OVERIndianapolis Total Touchdown

UNDERIndianapolis Total Touchdown

Houston Total Touchdown

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OVERHouston Total Touchdown

UNDERHouston Total Touchdown

Will there be Overtime

EXPECTED VALUECOVER PROB.EXPECTED VALUEBEST LINE

YESWill there be Overtime

+8.7%

NOWill there be Overtime

-11.5%

First Team to 10 Points

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IndianapolisFirst Team to 10 Points

HoustonFirst Team to 10 Points

NEITHERFirst Team to 10 Points

First Team to 15 Points

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IndianapolisFirst Team to 15 Points

HoustonFirst Team to 15 Points

NEITHERFirst Team to 15 Points

First Team to 20 Points

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IndianapolisFirst Team to 20 Points

HoustonFirst Team to 20 Points

NEITHERFirst Team to 20 Points

First Team to 25 Points

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IndianapolisFirst Team to 25 Points

HoustonFirst Team to 25 Points

NEITHERFirst Team to 25 Points

First Team to 30 Points

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IndianapolisFirst Team to 30 Points

HoustonFirst Team to 30 Points

NEITHERFirst Team to 30 Points

First Team to 35 Points

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IndianapolisFirst Team to 35 Points

HoustonFirst Team to 35 Points

NEITHERFirst Team to 35 Points

Team to score first field goal

EXPECTED VALUECOVER PROB.EXPECTED VALUEBEST LINE

IndianapolisTeam to score first field goal

-0.7%

HoustonTeam to score first field goal

-6.1%

Team to score most touchdowns

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IndianapolisTeam to score most touchdowns

HoustonTeam to score most touchdowns

Team to score the first touchdown

EXPECTED VALUECOVER PROB.EXPECTED VALUEBEST LINE

IndianapolisTeam to score the first touchdown

+16.3%

HoustonTeam to score the first touchdown

-22.2%

Team to score last

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Team to score first

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Team to use first challenge

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