5* Houston Texans

Cincinnati vs. Houston, 01/07/2012 16:30 EDT, Score: 10 - 31

Point Spread: -4/-104 Houston

Sportsbook: 5Dimes

Result: Win

Taking the TEXANS here. Ok. I was leaning Cincy here since I saw the line open last week. But I just couldn't pull the trigger. Now, I have flipped to the Texans. So, Yates isn't exactly Dan Marino (insert any big time QB). But, he doesn't have to be. Texans have a great defense. They have a great rushing attack. All he needs to do is 'manage' the game. He has a stud WR who he can chuck in his direction and let him make a play. I like what Cincy has done this year. Who would have thought the playoffs with the whole Carson Palmer thing and going with a rookie QB. But I think the shoe falls off cinderella pretty early here. Not that it matters, but Texans 4-0 ATS last 4 vs Bengals. 5* HOUSTON TEXANS