The Houston Texans are the worst defense in the NFL at stopping the run. Through just 11 games this year, they have already allowed over 1700 yards rushing and allow an average of 4.9 yards per carry against. One of the key factors for the Colts winning this upcoming weekend will be how successful they can be on the ground and if they can keep the ball out of Deshaun Watson’s hands.
Luckily the Colts have rookie running back Jonathan Taylor returning from the COVID-19 list for this game. Taylor has had an up and down rookie season but his last game played against the Packers was by far and away his best as he rushed the ball 22 times for 90 yards (should have been another 50+ more yards too that were taken away by penalties).