Houston Texans Reveal 2026 Opponents

Full breakdown of home and away games for the upcoming NFL season

Jan. 30, 2026 at 7:07pm

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The Houston Texans have announced their full schedule of opponents for the 2026 NFL season. The team will face six playoff teams from the previous year, with a mix of home and away games against divisional rivals and other teams from around the league.

Why it matters

The Texans' 2026 schedule will be a major test for the team as they look to improve on their performance from the prior season. Facing a number of strong opponents, both at home and on the road, will provide valuable insight into the team's strengths and weaknesses heading into the new year.

The details

The Texans' 2026 opponents include the Colts, Jaguars and Titans, who combined for a 112-124-2 record in 2025. Overall, the Texans' home opponents had a 27-39 road record last season, while their away opponents were 41-37 at home.

  • The NFL will announce the full schedule, including dates and times, in the spring of 2026.

The players

Houston Texans

A professional American football team based in Houston, Texas that competes in the National Football League (NFL).

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What’s next

The Texans will now focus on preparing for the 2026 season and analyzing their schedule to identify key matchups and develop their game plan.

The takeaway

The Texans' 2026 schedule will be a true test of their abilities, as they face a number of strong opponents both at home and on the road. The team will need to carefully strategize and execute in order to improve on their prior season's performance.