Houston Texans

The Houston Texans are a professional football franchise competing in the National Football League (NFL) as a member of the AFC South division. Based in Houston, Texas, the team plays its home games at NRG Stadium, a domed venue that has hosted the club since its inaugural season in 2002. The Texans quickly established a passionate fan base and have become a staple of the city's sports culture. Since joining the league, the Texans have earned four division titles (2006, 2009, 2011, 2012) and have made multiple playoff appearances. The 2023 first‑overall draft selection of quarterback C.J. Stroud marked a new era, and the 2025 season saw the team finish 9‑8, narrowly missing the postseason. Head coach DeMeco Ryans, hired in 2023, has emphasized a balanced offense and aggressive defense, while owner Janice McNair continues to invest in player development and community initiatives. Offseason headlines in 2026 focus on contract negotiations with Stroud, a potential franchise‑defining deal, and the NFL’s upcoming schedule release, which will determine the Texans' match‑ups against AFC South rivals and inter‑conference opponents. The organization remains committed to building a competitive roster around its young core while maintaining a strong connection with Houston’s diverse fan community.

The Texans closed the 2025 campaign with a 9‑8 record, finishing third in the AFC South and missing the playoffs by one game. Quarterback C.J. Stroud posted a 3,212‑yard passing season with 22 touchdowns, while running back D'Andre Swift contributed 1,045 rushing yards. Defensively, the unit improved under defensive coordinator Pete Carroll's successor, ranking 12th in points allowed. In the 2026 offseason, the team is negotiating a long‑term extension for Stroud and awaiting the NFL schedule, which will feature early‑season games against the Tennessee Titans and Indianapolis Colts, setting the tone for a competitive AFC South showdown.