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Pregame analysis links cover playoff implications, injury updates, and opinions on the Cardinals’ defense.

Fantasy note: Michael Wilson could be a strong option if he’s the Cardinals’ top receiver, though Marvin Harrison Jr.’s potential return could affect Wilson’s value.

The Houston Texans, riding an eight-win season and a five-game winning streak, host the Arizona Cardinals at NRG Stadium in Week 15 with a 1 p.m. ET kickoff, boasting the NFL’s top defense by both yards and points allowed.

In the Texans' latest game, Woody Marks scored on a 1-yard run to put Houston up 7-0, and Collins added a 4-yard TD catch as part of a 40-20 advantage.

Arizona Sports 98.7 FM will provide live radio coverage starting early and will include pre- and post-game programs.

Texans QB C.J. Stroud showed off improv—his 46-yard strike to Nico Collins exemplifies growth, while he admits the need for better pocket presence and consistency.

SportsLine’s projection model, running 10,000 simulations per game, is recommended for broader betting guidance.

A model-driven betting outlook projects Houston to win outright in most simulations, with roughly a 53% chance to cover and an Over-42.5 likelihood around 62%, predicting a final score near Texans 29, Cardinals 19.

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The broadcast will be led by announcers Chris Myers and Mark Schlereth.