After Stefon Diggs was traded to the Texans, Shakir took over as the Bills’ leading receiver. Through four games, the third-year receiver has caught 18 of 19 passes for 230 yards and two touchdowns. With Shakir out, veteran Curtis Samuel should take over as the slot receiver in an expanded role opposite rookie Keon Coleman and Mack Hollins.

The Buffalo Bills (3-1) and Houston Texans (3-1) meet Sunday. Kickoff from NRG Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Bills vs. Texans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

This year the Bills average seven more points per game (30.5) than the Texans give up (23.5). Buffalo collects 305.8 yards per game, 32 more yards than the 273.8 Houston allows. The Bills have two giveaways this season, while the Texans have three takeaways.