The Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars meet Sunday in London for an important AFC South matchup, with both teams looking to strengthen their position early in the 2026 NFL season.
Jacksonville enters the game at 4-1 after a dramatic 17-16 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, sealed by Cam Little’s 57 yard field goal in the final seconds. Houston is 1-4 but comes into the matchup with renewed confidence after earning its first win of the season, a convincing 26-3 victory over the Tennessee Titans.
Kickoff is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. ET at Wembley Stadium, with coverage on NFL Network.
C.J. Stroud Leads Houston’s Offense
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud will be a key player to watch as Houston looks to continue its turnaround.
Stroud threw for 261 yards and a touchdown against Tennessee, spreading the ball around to seven different receivers. His ability to distribute the football and make plays downfield will be important against a Jacksonville defense that has helped the Jaguars get off to a strong start.
Houston also recently added wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. in a trade with Arizona. Harrison reunites with Stroud after their time together at Ohio State, giving the Texans another potential weapon in the passing game.
Head coach DeMeco Ryans will also want his defense to maintain the intensity it showed against Tennessee. Houston limited the Titans to just three points and 187 total yards, providing an encouraging sign after a difficult opening month.
Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars Look to Continue Winning
Jacksonville quarterback Trevor Lawrence leads a Jaguars offense that has helped the team build a 4-1 record.
Head coach Liam Coen has Jacksonville playing competitive football, and the team’s ability to find ways to win close games has been important during its early-season success. The Jaguars will look to establish their offense and take advantage of opportunities against Houston.
However, Jacksonville must also adjust along the offensive line after left tackle Anton Harrison suffered a knee injury against Philadelphia. Walker Little is expected to step into the starting role, creating an important challenge against Houston’s pass rush.
An Important AFC South Battle
Sunday’s matchup gives Houston an opportunity to build on its first victory and make progress within the division. Jacksonville, meanwhile, can continue its strong start and maintain its position near the top of the AFC South.
With Stroud looking to keep Houston’s offense moving and Lawrence leading a Jacksonville team that has found ways to win, the London matchup offers an important test for both sides.
