The document discusses the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Texans and Bengals, highlighting key injuries and player performances. The Texans may be without several key players, including wide receiver Will Fuller and linebacker Brian Cushing, while rookie quarterback Deshaun Watson is set to make his first start. Statistics indicate the Texans' struggles against teams with losing records and trends regarding their performance in past games.

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3. Texans vs. Bengals (-3.5, 38)
 Texans who are doubtful: LB Brian Cushing, WR Bruce Ellington, and all three TEs on
roster
o Ellington was No. 2 receiver, though Jaelen Strong returns from suspension
Thursday
o Cushing has played 100 games as a Texan
 Texans WR Will Fuller is out
o 47 receptions last year, 2 TDs
 If all three TEs are out, Evan Baylis, who had four receptions in preseason, may be the
starter
 Rookie sensation QB Deshaun Watson expected to make his first start
o After coming in for Tom Savage, threw for 102 yards on 12-of-23 passing with an
interception
 Texans 12-3 against the spread after scoring 15 or less in their previous contest
 Houston 0-7 to teams with a losing record
 Houston under 17-5 after allowing 150 or more rushing yards last game
 Cincinnati under 16-5 to AFC