NFL 2026 · AFC South
Houston Texans playoff scenarios
Houston Texans cannot clinch on their own even by winning out; they need help.
Week 2 ·
Magic
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Tragic
15
15 more losses and elimination is certain
Division magic
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Cannot win the division on their own
📊 AFC South
| Team | Record | Pct | Magic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 1-0 | 1.000 | 16 |
| Houston Texans | 0-1 | .000 | - |
| Tennessee Titans | 0-1 | .000 | - |
| Indianapolis Colts | 0-1 | .000 | - |
🗓️ Upcoming
Mon, Sep 21 · KSTWeek 2
- 02:00Cincinnati Bengals@Houston TexansTV CBS
Mon, Sep 28 · KSTWeek 3
- 02:00Houston Texans@Indianapolis ColtsTV CBS
Mon, Oct 5 · KSTWeek 4
- 02:00Dallas Cowboys@Houston TexansTV FOX
Mon, Oct 12 · KSTWeek 5
- 02:00Houston Texans@Tennessee TitansTV CBS
Sun, Oct 18 · KSTWeek 6
- 22:30Houston Texans@Jacksonville JaguarsTV NFL Net
Mon, Oct 26 · KSTWeek 7
- 02:00New York Giants@Houston TexansTV FOX
📋 Recent games
Mon, Sep 14 · KSTWeek 1
- FinalBuffalo Bills36 : 31Houston Texans
❓ Frequently asked questions
Can Houston Texans make the playoffs?
Houston Texans cannot clinch on their own even by winning out; they need help.
How is the magic number computed?
Assume every rival wins all remaining games; the magic number is the minimum wins that still guarantee a berth. Ties count against the team, so it can show later than official.
Does seventh in the conference mean a playoff place?
No. Division winners are seeded regardless of record, so a team with a better record can still miss out on a wild card.
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Data: tallied from ESPN's public records. Standings and scenarios are computed by us and may differ from official releases.