Texans struggle offensively in loss to Panthers, finish preseason winless
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:59 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

The Houston Texans finished their preseason with a 16-13 loss to the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on August 28. Third-string quarterback Brett Rypien had two turnovers, including a critical fumble late in the game. The Texans' offense, led by Davis Mills and Rypien, failed to establish any rhythm, leading to their first winless preseason in franchise history. Carolina's Miles Davis scored the decisive touchdown with just over five minutes remaining. Next, the Texans will trim their roster to 53 players by Sunday and prepare for the season opener against the Buffalo Bills on September 13.
- •Texans finish preseason 0-3 for the first time in franchise history.
- •Brett Rypien lost a crucial fumble in the final moments of the game.
- •Miles Davis scored the winning touchdown for the Panthers.
- •Davis Mills struggled with an interception and was sacked three times.
- •Houston begins roster cuts ahead of the regular season opener.
- 2:59 AMYahoo Sports — Recap: Texans struggle offensively vs. Panthers, finish preseason 0-3 for first time in franchise history
"It wasn't pretty by either side, but at least it's over now.
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