Expert's 42-26 Record: Wild Card Predictions, Odds, and Spread for Texans vs. Browns in 2024 NFL Playoffs

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Joe Flacco, former Super Bowl MVP, looks to continue resurgence against the Houston Texans in the 2024 NFL Wild Card Weekend.

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The 38-year-old quarterback has won his last four starts, including a decisive 36-22 victory in Houston during Week 16.

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Flacco's performance injects optimism into the Browns (11-6), relying heavily on their robust defense this season.

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Rookie C.J. Stroud, absent in Week 16 due to a concussion, leads the Texans (10-7) to clinch the AFC South title.

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Stroud aims to become the youngest quarterback in NFL history to secure a playoff victory.

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Stroud aims to become the youngest quarterback in NFL history to secure a playoff victory.

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Prior to betting on Browns vs. Texans, consider insights from SportsLine expert Larry Hartstein.

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–Former lead writer for Covers and The Linemakers, Hartstein combines Vegas sources and Pro Football Focus analytics.

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Hartstein tied for 52nd place in the 2022 Westgate Las Vegas SuperContest with a 53-34-3 ATS record.

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– His weekly SportsLine NFL best bets stand at 69-46-2 since last season, offering valuable guidance.

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