The New England Patriots made it to their 8th Super Bowl in 17 years last season but came up short against the Eagles. I don't think they'll be 100% focused here in the first game of the season, and one must wonder for much longer QB Tom Brady can keep it up, especially as the Pats lack depth at WR this year.

Houston is coming off a disastrous 4-12 campaign and suffered season-ending injuries to key players in QB DeShaun Watson and defensive end JJ Watt, but they're healthy and ready to go here.

We can also note that both teams are coming off a solid 3-1 preseason. The Patriots are likely to win SU, but the Texans kept it close in a 36-33 loss last year and I think they'll bring it to New England in this matchup.

8* play on Houston Texans.