In a tightly contested preseason matchup, the Houston Texans were edged out by the Carolina Panthers with a final score of 13-16 on August 28, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte.

The Texans, looking to assess their squad depth and resolve early roster questions, showed promising efforts but fell just short. As with all preseason games, the focus was less on the score and more on the performance and adjustments needed before the regular season kicks off.

On the other side, the Carolina Panthers took advantage of the home field to clinch a narrow victory. The game provided both teams an important opportunity to test their players in a competitive setting and fine-tune their strategies.

For more detailed coverage of the Texans’ preseason progress and updates on upcoming fixtures, stay tuned to your local sports news.