Houston Texans 2025 Season Preview: Star Players, Key Matchups & Where to Watch
Although their record may have improved yet again in 2024, the on-field product in Houston was far from inspiring. For all of the hype, the synergy of their veteran signings and young blood, the Texans underdelivered on expectations last season.
A mix of injuries and a sophomore slump for CJ Stroud foiled their plans, meaning that ahead of the 2025 season, it is difficult to know what to expect from Houston.
They have some big games on their schedule that will test this rosterâs mettle early in the campaign, and see if they are destined for greatness, or still a ways off competing for hardware.
đș Top 5 Must-Watch Texans Games in 2025
đ Week 1 (Sept 7) - @ Los Angeles Rams
CBS/Paramount+, 4:25 PM ET
A homecoming game for CJ Stroud, who will do battle with one of the leagueâs best veterans in Matthew Stafford. The Rams are a solid NFC playoff team, so this game will make each rosterâs level clear early in the season.
đ Week 2 (Sept 15) - vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
ABC/ESPN, 7:00 PM ET
First primetime game against one of 2024âs very best offenses. Itâs AFC South champion vs NFC South champion, and a chance for the Texans to down another non-conference opponent.
đ Week 5 (Oct 5) - @ Baltimore Ravens
CBS/Paramount+, 1:00 PM ET
The Ravens are truly the team to beat in the AFC during the regular season, and for the 2025 Houston Texans, could prove a huge road upset going into their bye week.
đ Week 12 (Nov 20) - vs Buffalo Bills
Prime Video, 8:15 PM ET
Houston got the better of Buffalo in 2024, but both of these teams will be angling for a higher playoff seed this late in the season.
đ Week 14 (Dec 7): @ Kansas City
NBC, 8:20 PM EST
For their last away game of the season, the Texans will make the dreaded trip up to Kansas City, where they came up short in last yearâs playoffs. Revenge here would be huge for playoff seeding and momentum heading into the home stretch.
đ Texans in Prime Time: When to Tune In
- Monday Night (MNF) Games
- Week 2 vs Tampa Bay
- Week 7 @ Seattle
- Thursday Night Football (TNF) Games
- Week 12 vs Buffalo
- Sunday Night Football (SNF) Games
- Week 14 @ Kansas City
Houston similarly had 4 primetime games in 2024, when they went 2-2. The only team that finished the season with a winning record out of those four was the Detroit Lions, so Houston will have an even tougher primetime gauntlet in 2025. None of their opponents in these nationally broadcast games are from the AFC South, confirming its place among the weakest divisions in all of football.
âïž 2025 Star Players to Watch
đ„ On OffenseCJ Stroud â With all the talent in the world, aiming to bounce back from a sophomore slump.
Nico Collins â A physical, reliable, sure-handed wide receiver. Stroudâs go-to guy,
Christian Kirk â Slot demon who offers even more talent to this offense.
Joe Mixon â Reliable back who can help take the pressure of the passing attack when needed.
đĄïž On DefenseWill Anderson Jr.â DE who hasnât placed a foot wrong since entering the league in 2023.
Danielle Hunter â Led the team in sacks in 2024, a valuable veteran leader.
Derek Stingley Jr. â Virtually unbeatable last season, elite coverage skills
CJ Garnder-Johnson â Brings an edge to this defense after hoisting the Lombardi in February.
How to Watch the Texans in 2025
It varies game to game. For the best, most in-depth access, NFL Network offers the most complete coverage. Nationally broadcast games are available on major networks such as Fox, CBS, and NBC, with other offerings on Prime Video and Netflix as well.
đĄ Pro Tip: For full schedule and TV listings, visit our Houston Texans Subpage.
đ§ Final Thought: Can they reach the AFC Championship game?
Houston is no longer a plucky underdog; theyâre back-to-back division champions. They may not have too much competition for that title yet, but in order to progress further in the playoffs and earn more respect across the league, theyâll have to prove that they can hang with the big boys throughout this season. With a lot to prove, CJ Stroud will have this offense firing on all cylinders in 2025.
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