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

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

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

The Texans have seen several rumors and leaks revolving around their upcoming schedule from @NerdingtonNFL and @OzzyNFL on X. So far, four have been uncovered as games and dates on tap for Houston, and it will be almost certain of having more to come.

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 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 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.

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