Texans prepare for preseason opener against Chargers with key players resting
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 3:12 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Houston Texans are set to face the Los Angeles Chargers in their preseason opener on Thursday. Pro Bowl quarterback C.J. Stroud, Jadeveon Clowney, and Nico Collins will not play, with most starters likely resting. The focus will be on players battling for roster spots, including Collin Wright, who is showing promise as a cornerback, and Noah Whittington, an undrafted rookie running back making a case for a roster position. Texans coach DeMeco Ryans emphasized the importance of performance under pressure for these players as they aim to secure places on the 53-man roster.
- •Texans face Chargers in preseason opener on August 13.
- •C.J. Stroud and other starters expected to rest.
- •Collin Wright and Noah Whittington are players to watch.
- •Performance under pressure is key for roster spot contenders.
- •Coaches are evaluating player roles for the upcoming season.
- 7:14 PMYahoo Sports — Chargers preseason opener: 6 players who must stand out vs. Texans
- 3:12 PMYahoo Sports — Texans vs. Chargers: Six players to watch in preseason Game 1
"For the Houston Texans fans looking to see Jadeveon Clowney make a return to Reliant Stadium, they'll be waiting. Here's four players that should be on everyone's mind Thursday.
"Spotting the six Chargers players who must perform well in the preseason opener against the Texans.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 7:14 PMChargers preseason opener: 6 players who must stand out vs. Texans
Spotting the six Chargers players who must perform well in the preseason opener against the Texans.
- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 3:12 PMTexans vs. Chargers: Six players to watch in preseason Game 1
For the Houston Texans fans looking to see Jadeveon Clowney make a return to Reliant Stadium, they'll be waiting. Here's four players that should be on everyone's mind Thursday.
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