As the preseason heats up, the Houston Texans are set to square off against the Los Angeles Chargers at NRG Stadium on the evening of August 13, 2026.

The Texans, who finished 3rd in their division and 11th in the conference last season, are looking to build momentum. They ended the last season with a 1-3-0 record, having scored 64 points while conceding 51. This game provides a crucial platform for Houston to refine tactics and evaluate player performances heading into the new season.

Their opponents, the Los Angeles Chargers, ended last season leading their division and securing 3rd place in the conference with a 3-1-0 record. The Chargers’ offensive and defensive stats from the previous season suggest a robust challenge for the Texans, with the Chargers scoring 88 points and allowing 71.

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