The 2026 Houston Texans schedule begins in the preseason on August 13 when the Texans host the Los Angeles Chargers at Reliant Stadium. From there the full 2026 Houston Texans schedule includes three exhibition games, a 17-game regular season, one bye week, an international contest in London, and several primetime opportunities that will shape the year.
Here is every date, time, network, and venue for the upcoming season.
2026 Houston Texans Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
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| Thursday | Los Angeles ChargersReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | 8:00pm ETLocal | ||
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| Thursday | Las Vegas RaidersReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | 8:00pm ETESPN | ||
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| Friday | at Carolina PanthersBank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC | 7:00pm ETLocal | ||
| Sunday | Buffalo BillsReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Cincinnati BengalsReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Indianapolis ColtsLucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Dallas CowboysReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Tennessee TitansNissan Stadium, Nashville, TN | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Jacksonville JaguarsWembley Stadium, London, England | 9:30am ETNFLN | ||
| Sunday | New York GiantsReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | OFF | |||
| Sunday | at Los Angeles ChargersSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 4:05pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Cleveland BrownsHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Thursday | Indianapolis ColtsReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | 8:15pm ETPrime Video | ||
| Sunday | Baltimore RavensReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Pittsburgh SteelersAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 8:20pm ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| Sunday | at Washington CommandersNorthwest Stadium, Landover, MD | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Jacksonville JaguarsReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Thursday | at Philadelphia EaglesLincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA | 8:15pm ETPrime Video | ||
| Monday | at Green Bay PackersLambeau Field, Green Bay, WI | 8:15pm ETESPN | ||
| Sunday | Tennessee TitansReliant Stadium, Houston, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
Preseason Results
Houston finished the preseason 0-3. The Texans fell 27-7 to the Chargers at home, dropped a close 22-20 decision to Las Vegas on ESPN, and lost 16-13 at Carolina in the final exhibition game. Those results gave the coaching staff a chance to evaluate depth while the starters stayed limited.
How the Regular Season Shapes Up
The Texans open with two home games against Buffalo and Cincinnati before traveling to Indianapolis. A home date with Dallas follows, then a road game at Tennessee and the international contest against Jacksonville in London. A home meeting with the Giants sits before the bye.
After the November 1 bye, Houston hits the road for games at the Chargers and Cleveland, returns home for a Thursday night matchup against Indianapolis, and hosts Baltimore. December brings a Sunday night trip to Pittsburgh, a road game at Washington, a home date with Jacksonville, a Thursday night visit to Philadelphia, a Monday night contest at Green Bay, and a home finale against Tennessee (time TBA). The combination of early home opportunities, an international game, a useful midseason break, and a late stretch filled with primetime windows and divisional tests gives the season a clear rhythm that will keep every week meaningful as the Texans push toward the postseason.
Games That Stand Out
A few dates already feel bigger than the rest. The international game against Jacksonville in London is a clear calendar highlight. The two meetings with Indianapolis and the two against Tennessee will go a long way toward deciding the AFC South. The Thursday night home game against the Colts, the Sunday night trip to Pittsburgh, and the Monday night contest at Green Bay also land in high-visibility windows.
How to Watch Texans Games
Most Sunday afternoon games are listed on CBS or FOX. Primetime slots include Prime Video, NBC/Peacock, and ESPN. The London game airs on NFL Network at 9:30 a.m. ET. The final home game against Tennessee remains TBA. Preseason used local channels and ESPN. Check local listings closer to each week for any flexible scheduling updates.
What This Schedule Means for Houston
The 2026 Houston Texans schedule offers an early home start, a midseason international experience, and a demanding late stretch filled with primetime and divisional opportunities. The early November bye arrives at a useful point, and the combination of AFC South rivalries and high-profile national windows will keep every week meaningful. How the Texans handle the South slate and the tougher interconference tests will largely determine their postseason path.
FAQ
When does the 2026 Houston Texans schedule start?
Preseason begins August 13 against the Chargers. The regular season opens September 13 against Buffalo.
When is the Texans’ bye week?
Houston is off in Week 8 on November 1.
Is there an international game on the schedule?
Yes. The Texans play the Jacksonville Jaguars in London, England on October 18.
How many home games do the Texans have?
Nine regular-season home games at Reliant Stadium, plus two preseason home contests.
