The Houston Texans are packing their passports and heading across the pond for a Week 6 showdown that promises to be anything but ordinary. The team announced Wednesday morning that they'll face the Jacksonville Jaguars at London's iconic Wembley Stadium, with an early 8:30 a.m. kickoff that will have fans grabbing their coffee and jerseys before the sun's fully up.
This international trip marks a significant moment for the Texans, who haven't played overseas since the 2019 season—a year that saw them secure a postseason berth under then-head coach Bill O'Brien. Interestingly, that 2019 trip also featured a matchup against the Jaguars, with Houston dominating 26-3 at Wembley on Nov. 3. History might be on their side, but the stakes feel even higher this time around.
"We are proud to return to London and the iconic Wembley Stadium this season," said Texans CEO and chair Cal McNair. "We look forward to competing against the Jaguars and contributing to the continued global growth of the NFL. As we celebrate 25 seasons of Houston Texans football, this marks another significant moment for our organization and for Texans fans in Houston and around the world."
This will be just the third international game in franchise history and the second in the United Kingdom. The Texans also made history in 2016 when they faced the Las Vegas Raiders in Mexico City, marking the NFL's first game ever played in Mexico. That one didn't go their way, but the team will be looking to improve their international record this time.
Because this is a divisional matchup, the game counts as a road trip for Houston, meaning the Jaguars will later make a return visit to NRG Stadium as part of the Texans' eight home games. For fans, it's a double dose of AFC South rivalry action—one with a distinctly British flavor.
Whether you're a die-hard Texans fan planning a trip to London or just waking up early to catch the action, this Week 6 clash is shaping up to be a memorable chapter in the team's 25th anniversary season. So grab your gear, set those alarms, and get ready to cheer on Houston from across the Atlantic.