Week 11 NFL Picks, Predictions & Matchups: Tennessee vs. Houston

Will Vince Young light it up in his hometown? (AP Images)

The Houston Texans will be the latest team to attempt to slow down the NFL’s leading rusher, but Chris Johnson hopes to carry the Tennessee Titans to a fourth straight victory in tonight’s AFC South matchup.

NFL betting odds have the Texans listed as a 4-point favorite.

Houston needs victories in order to keep pace in a crowded wild-card race, but a win over the Titans looks like a much tougher task than it did a few weeks ago.

Tennessee has gotten healthier on defense and regained its confidence after a disastrous start, going 3-0 since Vince Young replaced Kerry Collins at quarterback.

The matchup may hinge on Houston’s ability to contain Johnson, who has totalled 495 rushing yards, 136 receiving yards and six touchdowns during the winning streak.

Tennessee has an 8-1 edge in turnover margin during its win streak, with Young playing responsibly.

Tennessee is 5-2 in the city that the former Oilers used to call home.

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