Texans confirm starters will not play against Panthers in finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 7:21 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Houston Texans will rest their starters, including quarterback Davis Mills, in the preseason finale against the Carolina Panthers scheduled for Friday at 6 p.m. local time. Head coach DeMeco Ryans stated that the team's focus is on preparations for the regular season opener against the Buffalo Bills. Several key players have limited preseason action, allowing backups to compete for roster spots. The game will be broadcast on ABC.
- •Texans will not play starters in the preseason finale against the Panthers.
- •Davis Mills and other key backups are expected to rest.
- •The game kicks off at 6 p.m. local time and will air on ABC.
- •Texans have been cautious with key players throughout the preseason.
- •Focus shifts to preparations for Week 1 against the Buffalo Bills.
- 7:21 PMYahoo Sports — Will Texans starters play in the preseason finale vs. Panthers?
"For those wondering on who will suit up in Game 3 of the preseason, it's the names fighting for roster spots on the Houston Texans.
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