Houston Texans and Carolina Panthers will play today, September 23, at 8:20 PM (ET) at NRG Stadium in Houston for Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season. Here, you'll find all there is to know about this game, such as the match information, storylines, predictions, odds, and how to watch it.

One of the few remaining undefeated teams in the league will hit the road when the Carolina Panthers visit the Houston Texans for Thursday Night Football. And, according to most books, they should become the first 3-0 team of the season.

The Panthers have played some impressive defense over the first couple of games of the season, and Sam Darnold seems like a much-improved player. As for the Texans, they've been better than expected but still far from a contender.

Houston Texans vs Carolina Panthers: Match Information

Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021
Time: 8:20 PM (ET)
Location: NRG Stadium, Houston

Houston Texans vs Carolina Panthers: Time By State In The U.S

ET: 8:20 PM
CT: 7:20 PM
MT: 6:20 PM
PT: 5:20 PM

Houston Texans vs Carolina Panthers: Storylines

The Houston Texans' offense looked just fine with Tyrod Taylor under center. Nonetheless, they'll have to roll with rookie quarterback David Mills now, as Taylor was placed in the IR and Deshaun Watson is still inactive for "non-football reasons".

The Texans beat the Jacksonville Jaguars in their first game of the season and were making things interesting vs. the Cleveland Browns last week. Still, their defense has left a lot to be desired.

The Carolina Panthers look like a much-improved team this season and Sam Darnold is finally showing the best of his skill set. It's hard to blame him for his past struggles, as no one could look good playing for the Adam Gase and the New York Jets.

Most analysts didn't flinch after their Week 1 win over the Jets but they drew plenty of attention after completely shutting down Alvin Kamara and Jameis Winston in Week 2. Maybe, the Panthers are better than most people expected.

 

How Can I Watch Or Live Stream Free Houston Texans vs Carolina Panthers In The U.S

The 2021 NFL season Week 3 game between Houston Texans and Carolina Panthers to be played on September 23 at NRG Stadium in Houston will be broadcasted in the United States by NFL Network, NBC, and DAZN.

 

 

Houston Texans vs Carolina Panthers: Predictions And Odds

Unsurprisingly, oddsmakers believe that the Carolina Panthers will continue their red-hot start to the season. Right now, they're favored by as many as 8 points, while the game total is set at just 43 points.

  FanDuel
Handicap Panthers -8
Game Total o/u 43

* Odds via FanDuel