ESPN predicts Texans to edge Jaguars in AFC South race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 4:32 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
ESPN's NFL Nation reporters favor the Texans over the Jaguars in their AFC South predictions for 2026. The Texans, who received three first-place votes, are seen as slight favorites due to a marginally easier strength of schedule and a Football Power Index win projection of 9.2 wins compared to the Jaguars' 9. The Jaguars won the division in 2025, but analysts suggest a competitive battle will continue in 2026, with uncertainties surrounding the Texans' offense and Jacksonville's more balanced team. The division could hinge on the performances of both squads throughout the upcoming season.
- •Texans received three first-place votes in ESPN predictions
- •Jaguars received one first-place vote
- •Texans projected for 9.2 wins, Jaguars for 9
- •Texans have an easier strength of schedule than Jaguars
- •Jaguars aim for back-to-back AFC South titles
- 4:32 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN sees Texans edging Jaguars in AFC South
"ESPN's NFL Nation reporters gave the Texans a slight edge over the Jaguars in their AFC South predictions, setting up another expected battle atop the division.
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