Dolphins (4-3) at Texans (4-3)

Time, TV: 8:20 p.m. ET Thursday, Fox and NFL Network

Pregame.com line: Texans by 7 Dolphins’ keys: Coach Adam Gase has managed the carousel with injured QB Ryan Tannehill and QB Brock Osweiler.

One aspect that has helped is RB Frank Gore, who is averaging close to 5 yards per carry. LB Kiko Alonso has a penchant for forcing fumbles.

Texans’ keys: QB Deshaun Watson has played through a chest injury and has grown as a game manager in his ability to protect the ball. The Texans must generate pressure to allow the secondary chances at interceptions.

Who wins? Houston’s defense is playing cohesive, aggressive football, and Watson is playing a style that creates big plays while being conscientious about field position. Texans, 23-17