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Texans Schedule Tracker: Confirmed Games, Rumors & Everything We Know

Here's all we know from the Texans' upcoming schedule release.
Jared Koch|
Oct 20, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) looks to the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images
Oct 20, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) looks to the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images | Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

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The 2026 NFL schedule release day is officially here, which means after long months of waiting, we'll finally know what the Houston Texans' 18-week regular season slate will look like between September and the beginning of January.

The official release of every game across the league won't be uncovered until the night of Thursday, May 14th at 7 p.m. So until then, we're left with the small dose of dates released by the NFL, and the lingering rumors and leaks to hold us over.

Here's everything we know about the Texans' schedule before the official reveal:

Confirmed Games

Sep 21, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) under center against the Jacksonville Ja
Sep 21, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) under center against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images | Travis Register-Imagn Images

Week 6: Texans @ Jaguars, London Games 8:30 AM CT

The only game strictly confirmed on the Texans' schedule by the NFL is a trip to London to face their division rival Jacksonville Jaguars.

It's the Texans' first time traveling internationally for a game since 2019, which was also a game against the Jaguars in London where both sides had much-different-looking rosters, but led to a statement Houston victory, 26-3.

This one will be taking place bright and early Houston time, slated for 8:30 a.m. CT––which is pretty certain to be the earliest game on the Texans' calendar this year by far.

Rumors/Leaks

Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) leaves the field following an AFC Wild
Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) leaves the field following an AFC Wild Card Round win against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images | Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

The Texans have seen several rumors and leaks revolving around their upcoming schedule from @NerdingtonNFL and @OzzyNFL on X.

Here's every leak uncovered so far around the Texans' 2026 schedule:

Week 1: Bills @ Texans | Sept. 13, 12 PM CT

It looks like the Texans will be kicking off their season both at home, and with the task of facing Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills that sets up for a high-powered dual between two top contenders in the AFC.

The Texans have taken care of business against the Bills frequently since Josh Allen has arrived in town, as the 2024 MVP has logged a career record of 1-4 in Houston. Buffalo also hasn't won a game in Houston since 2006.

Week 2: Bengals @ Texans | Sept. 20, 12 PM CT

Per former All-Pro wide receiver Chad Johnson, the Texans will be facing the Cincinnati Bengals in their second game of the year, which would mark back-to-back home games for Houston after their season opener against Buffalo.

The last time the Texans started the season with back-to-back games at home came 10 years ago in 2016. So this will be a refreshing start to the year for Houston to stay at their home base for the first two weeks.

Week 3: Texans @ Colts | Sept. 27, 12 PM CT

The Texans' first divisional game and first road game of the year will come in Week 3, as they'll travel to face the Indianapolis Colts in Lucas Oil Stadium.

Last year, the Texans pulled off a season series sweep against the Colts, making for their fifth consecutive win against Indianapolis dating back to 2024.

Week 5: Texans @ Titans | Oct. 27, 12 PM CT

The Texans will get back to another divisional road game against the Tennessee Titans a couple of weeks after their first vs. the Colts.

Also similarly to the Colts, the Texans' recent games against the Titans have been pretty one-sided. Houston's won six of their last seven meetings against Tennessee, and hasn't let them score over 20 points across any of those victories.

Week 7: Giants @ Texans | Oct. 25

Based on the New York Giants' reported schedule from insider Bobby Skinner, it appears Houston will be hosting the new-look Giants and head coach John Harbaugh in Week 6, coming fresh off of the Texans' trip to London the week prior.

That means, barring any new information, the Texans won't have their bye week after a trip over the pond like many teams around the league often have. As to when that bye will arrive, it remains to be seen.

Week 10: Texans @ Browns | Nov. 15, 12 PM CT

The Texans won't have to wait until the bitter cold months of December and January to travel up to play the Cleveland Browns, as they'll be positioned right in the middle of the season to take that trip up near Lake Erie.

To a bit of a surprise, the Texans have not fared too well against the Browns in the 2020s. Houston is 1-4 against Cleveland in the past five seasons, but logged a statement win in their latest duel in 2024, 45-14.

Week 11: Colts @ Texans | Nov. 19, TNF

One of two Thursday Night Football matchups the Texans have on tap for this season, the Texans will be hosting their division rival Indianapolis Colts in Reliant Stadium.

The Texans have faced the Colts on Thursday night more than any other team in franchise history. This year will mark their fifth time doing so in their 25-year history, logging a 1-3 record in their Thursday meetings against Indianapolis thus far.

Week 13: Texans @ Steelers | Dec. 6, SNF

The Texans' playoff rematch against the Pittsburgh Steelers will be on a primetime stage in the second half of their schedule on Sunday Night Football come Week 13.

Without pen put to paper on a deal to cement Aaron Rodgers' short-term future in Pittsburgh, there's no telling who will be quarterbacking on the other side in the black and gold. But no matter who it is, they'll be sure to have their hands full with this Texans defense.

Week 14: Texans @ Commanders | Dec. 13, 12 PM CT

The Texans will be on another road trip following the outcome of their Steelers matchup in Week 13, to then head to DC and face the Washington Commanders.

This marks the first time that the 2023 and 2024 second-overall picks of C.J. Stroud and Jayden Daniels will be facing off against one another, setting up for a thrilling battle between two Offensive Rookie of the Year winners.

Week 15: Jaguars @ Texans | TBD

According to @TexansJacob on X, the Texans will be hosting the Jaguars at home in Week 15 for what would be their second meeting of the season.

The first, of course, will come during their trip to London in Week 6. Houston won last year's home game against the Jaguars, 36-29, in a thrilling comeback fashion led by backup quarterback Davis Mills that would spark their eventual nine-game win streak between the regular and postseason.

Week 16: Texans @ Eagles | Dec. 24, TNF

The Texans have another primetime game schedule in the second-half of their schedule: a Christmas Eve battle on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday Night Football.

The playoff stakes for each will likely be steep at this point in the calendar. Expect to see two elite defenses going head-to-head for yet another exciting holiday game set to take place around the league.

Week 18: Titans @ Texans | TBD

According to @TexansJacob on X, the Texans will be closing out their season at home against the Tennessee Titans.

Depending on how the season shakes out to this point, the Texans may or may not have extra playoff incentive to play for. Regardless, being able to end the year in Reliant Stadium before a hopeful postseason run is a pretty ideal setup.

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Jared Koch is the Publisher of Houston Texans On SI. He has covered the NFL & NBA with On SI since 2023, and is a graduate of Western Kentucky University.

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