AFC South Showdown: Texans vs. Jaguars Tickets & Rivalry History

Update (July 28): This article has been updated with the latest matchup information for the Jaguars vs. Texans.

When Do the Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans Play Next?

The Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans face off twice during the 2026 NFL regular season. Beyond the two rivalry matchups below, find Jacksonville Jaguars tickets and Houston Texans tickets on their respective team pages, along with schedule information.

• Sunday, October 18, 2026: Houston Texans @ Jacksonville Jaguars (NFL London Game) – Wembley Stadium, London, England at 2:30 p.m. BST
• Sunday, December 20, 2026: Jacksonville Jaguars @ Houston Texans – Reliant Stadium, Houston, Texas at 12:00 p.m. CT

Are the Houston Texans and the Jacksonville Jaguars Rivals?

Yes, the Houston Texans and the Jacksonville Jaguars have an intense rivalry within the National Football League. Both the Texans and the Jaguars are members of the AFC South, and play one another twice a regular season, per the divisional rules of the NFL. Both franchises are relatively new in the league; Jacksonville was added as an expansion franchise in 1995 and Houston in 2002.

Who are the Houston Texans’ Biggest Rivals?

The Houston Texans’ biggest rivals are the teams they share the AFC South with: the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Tennessee Titans and the Indianapolis Colts. The Texans also have a rivalry with the only other Lone Star State franchise, the Dallas Cowboys. The Texans and Cowboys play for the Governor’s Cup (and for the bragging rights of Texas).

Who are the Jacksonville Jaguars’ Biggest Rivals?

The Jaguars’ biggest rivals are their foes in the AFC South: the Houston Texans, the Tennessee Titans and the Indianapolis Colts. The Jaguars also have a Sunshine State rivalry with both the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Miami Dolphins. Florida and California are the only states to have three NFL franchises.

Game Results Between the Texans & Jaguars

Between 2002 and 2022, the Texans and Jaguars played twice a season, with each team hosting the other one time. The Texans have a record of 30-15 vs. Jacksonville. The Jaguars also claim the largest margin of victory, a 45-7 win in 2017 at home. However, Houston has claimed more AFC South Division Championships, with six since 2011, versus Jacksonville’s two titles.

Houston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars History

Houston and Jacksonville split their first 16 games against each other, with each team sweeping the other twice (Houston in 2004 and 2006 and Jacksonville in 2005 and 2009). However, between 2010 and 2022, Houston has compiled a record of 20-6 against Jacksonville. Between 2018 and 2022, Houston won nine consecutive games against the Jaguars. But Jacksonville turned the tables in 2022, winning 31-3. Players responsible for Houston’s run of dominance in the 2010s included future Hall-of-Famers J.J. Watt and Andre Johnson. Despite not having consistent quarterback play, Sports Illustrated called the Jags and Texans rivalry “one of the most lopsided division rivalries” in the NFL.

Where Do the Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars Play?

The Houston Texans have called Reliant Stadium their home since their inception in 2002. Previously called NRG Stadium, Reliant Stadium is also home to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and was the host of Super Bowls XXXVIII and LI. Reliant Stadium is a part of Reliant Park, which includes the Houston Astrodome, the former home of the Houston Astros.

EverBank Stadium has been the home of the Jacksonville Jaguars since 1995. The stadium hosts a number of events outside of Jaguars games, including the World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party, the neutral site game between the Florida Gators and the Georgia Bulldogs. EverBank Stadium has an expandable capacity of 82,000, and underwent a series of renovations in 2004, 2014 and 2016 to improve the stadium experience.

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