The 2026 Houston Texans schedule is here. Coming off a 12-5 Divisional Round finish, the Houston Texans face a challenging 18-week slate featuring critical AFC South matchups and high-stakes non-conference battles. Whether you’re heading to NRG Stadium in Houston, TX or watching from your couch, use our printable Houston Texans schedule in PDF format to ensure you never miss a kickoff. All kickoff times and TV/streaming assignments are included for you (TBAs will be updated as networks announce flex picks).
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2026 Houston Texans Schedule Grid
| Week | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV / Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun, Sept 13 | vs. Buffalo Bills | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 2 | Sun, Sept 20 | vs. Cincinnati Bengals | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 3 | Sun, Sept 27 | @ Indianapolis Colts | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 4 | Sun, Oct 4 | vs. Dallas Cowboys | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 5 | Sun, Oct 11 | @ Tennessee Titans | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 6 | Sun, Oct 18 | @ Jacksonville Jaguars | 9:30 AM | NFL Net |
| 7 | Sun, Oct 25 | vs. New York Giants | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 8 | BYE WEEK | |||
| 9 | Sun, Nov 8 | @ Los Angeles Chargers | 4:05 PM | CBS |
| 10 | Sun, Nov 15 | @ Cleveland Browns | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 11 | Thu, Nov 19 | vs. Indianapolis Colts | 8:15 PM | Prime Video |
| 12 | Sun, Nov 29 | vs. Baltimore Ravens | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 13 | Sun, Dec 6 | @ Pittsburgh Steelers | 8:20 PM | NBC |
| 14 | Sun, Dec 13 | @ Washington Commanders | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 15 | Sun, Dec 20 | vs. Jacksonville Jaguars | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 16 | Thu, Dec 24 | @ Philadelphia Eagles | 8:15 PM | Prime Video |
| 17 | Mon, Jan 4 | @ Green Bay Packers | 8:15 PM | ESPN |
| 18 | TBD – Flex Game | vs. Tennessee Titans | TBD | TBD |
👉 View the 2026 Houston Texans Preseason Schedule — opponents, dates, and printable PDF for all three preseason games.
All times Eastern. Schedule subject to flex scheduling and broadcast network changes.
Printable 2026 Houston Texans Schedule (PDF)
Our signature team schedule PDF is designed for functionality. We have removed heavy team colors and stadium photography to provide a minimalist, “your printer’s favorite” resource.
- Format: Single-page 8.5″ x 11″ PDF.
- Features: Full 18-week schedule, home/away designations, and broadcast channels.
- Branding: Includes the official Houston Texans logo for easy recognition.
Download 2026 Houston Texans Schedule PDF
Key Matchups for the Houston Texans
- The Rivalry Game: On Sun, Oct 18, the Houston Texans host the Jacksonville Jaguars in a AFC South matchup that could shape the divisional race.
- Prime-Time Spotlight: Watch the Houston Texans on the national stage on Thu, Nov 19 (Thursday Night Football) hosting the Indianapolis Colts.
- Christmas Showdown: The Houston Texans travel to face the Philadelphia Eagles in a Christmas-window broadcast in Week 16.
NFL Planning Resources
- 2026 NFL Weekly Schedule Hub: Download Team Schedules and more.
- 2026 NFL Bye Week Schedule: Plan your fantasy roster around the designated off-weeks for all 32 teams.
- 2026 NFL Weekly Schedules and Pickem Sheets: The Pickem sheets with the weekly schedule + TV assignments.
- Printable NFL Schedules 2026: Printable schedules for all 32 teams and more.
Authoritative source: Houston Texans on NFL.com
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026 Houston Texans season start and end?
The Houston Texans open Week 1 in September 2026 and finish Week 18 in January 2027.
Who are the Houston Texans’s 2026 division rivals?
As a AFC South team, the Houston Texans play home-and-away series against their three division rivals each year. Those matchups are the cornerstone of the schedule and often decide playoff seeding.
Does the Houston Texans play on Thanksgiving or Christmas in 2026?
During the Christmas window, the Houston Texans travel to face the Philadelphia Eagles.
Where can I download a printable 2026 Houston Texans schedule?
Click either green button on this page to download the official low-ink Houston Texans printable PDF — a one-page 8.5″ x 11″ sheet with kickoff times, opponents, and TV/streaming assignments.
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