Texans, Jaguars compete for AFC South supremacy in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars are favorites in the AFC South for the 2026 season. Both teams secured playoff spots last year, with the Jaguars winning the division and the Texans qualifying via wild card. The Jaguars face challenges as they lost key players in free agency but return Travis Hunter from injury. The Texans boast a strong defense with nearly all starters returning, aiming to improve their offense after a turnover-heavy postseason. The Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans are also in the mix, but the division remains likely between Houston and Jacksonville.
- •Jaguars won AFC South last year with 13 wins.
- •Texans reached playoffs as wild card with 12-5 record.
- •Colts and Titans looking to challenge for the title.
- •Jacksonville lost key players but gains Travis Hunter back.
- •Houston returns strong defense and improves offensive line.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Texans' stifling defense or Jags' star duo? Predicting the AFC South
"The AFC South has been won by the Jaguars and the Texans the last two seasons. Can the Titans or the Colts crash the party?
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