Houston Texans Home Games 2026: What to Expect
The 2026 NFL season marks a milestone for the Houston Texans. Our 25th Season is here! Check out the full schedule and get ready for a year packed with excitement at NRG Stadium. Whether you are a lifelong fan or a newcomer to the Lone Star State, this guide covers everything you need to know about the Texans’ home games, broadcast options, and key match‑ups to watch.
Key Dates and Opponents
Houston’s 2026 home slate features a balanced mix of division rivals, prime‑time showdowns, and marquee inter‑conference games. Below is a concise list of the Texans’ home dates, opponents, and kickoff times (all times Central).
- Week 1 – September 8: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars – 1:00 PM (Kickoff)
- Week 2 – September 15: vs. New England Patriots – 8:20 PM (Sunday Night Football)
- Week 3 – September 22: vs. Denver Broncos – 1:00 PM
- Week 4 – September 29: vs. Indianapolis Colts – 1:00 PM
- Week 5 – October 6: vs. Detroit Lions – 1:00 PM
- Week 6 – October 13: vs. Miami Dolphins – 1:00 PM
- Week 7 – October 20: vs. Baltimore Ravens – 8:20 PM (Monday Night Football)
- Week 9 – November 3: vs. Dallas Cowboys – 1:00 PM
- Week 10 – November 10: vs. Chicago Bears – 1:00 PM
- Week 11 – November 17: vs. Seattle Seahawks – 1:00 PM
- Week 12 – November 24: vs. Green Bay Packers – 1:00 PM (Thanksgiving Day)
- Week 13 – December 1: vs. Los Angeles Chargers – 1:00 PM
- Week 14 – December 8: vs. New York Giants – 1:00 PM
- Week 15 – December 15: vs. Tennessee Titans – 1:00 PM
- Week 16 – December 22: vs. Buffalo Bills – 1:00 PM
- Week 17 – December 29: vs. Arizona Cardinals – 1:00 PM
