The Houston Texans' 2026 win total and Super Bowl odds have seen a slight uptick, with the team now tied for ninth in Super Bowl odds at DraftKings.
The Texans had a remarkable 2025 season, matching a franchise record with 12 wins and posting the team's best point differential (+109) ever. However, it wasn't enough to secure a third straight division title, with the ascension of the Jaguars proving too great a challenge.
The Texans' retooled offensive line and the performance of quarterback C.J. Stroud will be key factors in determining their success in 2026. The team has brought in several new players, including David Montgomery, who joins the team to boost the rushing attack after three successful seasons in Detroit.
The Texans' anemic rushing attack finished 29th last season, averaging less than 4 yards per carry. However, the team's passing numbers were more respectable, and they did a great job avoiding sacks and interceptions.
The Texans have also made some significant additions to their defense, including Reed Blankenship, who takes over for Jimmie Ward at one safety spot. The team's defense remains one of the best in the league, earning high marks across the board except in goal-to-go situations.
The Texans' schedule benefits early in the season, with their road matchup against the Jaguars moved to London and their other road divisional games out of the way before that Week 6 London game. The team also gets to face the Colts in Week 3, which could potentially be a break depending on the health of Daniel Jones.
However, the schedule gets tougher after the bye, with three back-to-back road games scheduled and the team facing the outdoors four times after Thanksgiving. The Texans' offense may struggle in these conditions, but their elite defense should keep them in every game.
The market has backed the Texans over the offseason, and they are now seen as a legitimate contender in the AFC South. The team's ceiling is as high as any team in the league, and if they can take a step forward in their second year under coordinator Nick Caley, they could be a force to be reckoned with.
The Texans' 2026 season is shaping up to be an exciting one, with plenty of potential for growth and improvement. The team's fans will be eagerly watching to see how they perform, and whether they can finally secure a division title and a spot in the AFC Championship Game.
Source: CBS