Texans face Panthers in final preseason game without starters
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Houston Texans play the Carolina Panthers on August 28, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium, starting at 6:00 p.m. CDT. Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans has announced that the team's starters, including C.J. Stroud, will not participate in this game, shifting the focus to those competing for roster spots. Although the key players will sit out, the game remains significant for evaluating younger players and finalizing the team's depth chart ahead of the regular season. Fans in Houston can watch the game live on ABC through Sling TV and other platforms, though availability may vary outside the area.
- •Texans visit Panthers for a preseason matchup.
- •Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. CDT.
- •Starters will not play as team focuses on evaluation.
- •Fans can watch on ABC or stream via Sling TV.
- •Final game before cutdown day approaches.
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