The Houston Texans defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 34-31 behind C.J. Stroud’s three touchdown passes, holding off a fourth-quarter rally Sunday at Wembley Stadium in London. Houston built a 10-point advantage through three quarters and did enough to finish ahead in a competitive AFC South matchup.

The Week 6 result moved the Texans to 2-4 and dropped Jacksonville to 4-2. For Houston, a regular-season division victory offered an important opportunity to regain ground after a difficult start. Jacksonville’s late push made the finish close, but its 10 fourth-quarter points were not enough to erase the deficit.

Houston Builds Its Advantage in London

Houston accounted for all seven points in the opening quarter, establishing an early lead on neutral ground. Jacksonville responded with 14 points in the second quarter, but the Texans added 10 of their own to take a 17-14 advantage into halftime. Neither offense had much margin for error as the scoring accelerated.

The third quarter provided Houston’s biggest separation. The Texans outscored the Jaguars 14-7, turning that three-point halftime edge into a 31-21 lead entering the fourth. That stretch ultimately gave Houston enough room to withstand Jacksonville’s stronger final period.

The Jaguars outscored Houston 10-3 in the fourth quarter, trimming the final margin to a field goal. Houston’s three points in that period proved essential: without them, Jacksonville’s closing production would have matched the Texans’ total. The game ended in regulation, with no overtime required.

Key Performers: Stroud and Noel Lead the Passing Attack

C.J. Stroud — 24/34, 312 YDS, 3 TD, 1 INT. Stroud completed 70.6% of his passes and supplied the production that anchored Houston’s victory. His interception was a turnover blemish, but three touchdown throws gave the Texans a substantial return from their passing game. The supplied game summary does not identify when the interception occurred or whether Jacksonville scored afterward.

Jaylin Noel — 4 REC, 107 YDS, 1 TD. Noel led Houston in receiving yards, averaging 26.8 yards per catch. Reaching triple figures on only four receptions gave the Texans an explosive complement to Stroud’s efficient completion rate.

Woody Marks — 15 CAR, 56 YDS. Marks paced Houston’s rushing attack, averaging 3.7 yards per carry. His workload supplied a ground-game contribution alongside the more productive passing attack.

NerdSports Stat: Jaylin Noel accounted for 34.3% of C.J. Stroud’s passing yards on just 16.7% of his completions.

A Division Result With Stakes Ahead

Houston also has a health concern to monitor following reports that safety Blankenship suffered a concussion against Jacksonville. His recovery adds another consideration as the Texans prepare for the next stretch of their season.

The Texans host the New York Giants on Sunday, October 25, at 10:00 AM PDT, seeking to build on this division win. Jacksonville next hosts the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, November 1, at 10:00 AM PST, with another AFC South result carrying significance for the division race.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the Houston Texans vs Jacksonville Jaguars game?

Houston Texans defeated Jacksonville Jaguars 34-31 on October 18, 2026.

Who led the Houston Texans in passing?

C.J. Stroud threw for 312 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Did the game go to overtime?

No. Houston won 34-31 in regulation.

What are both teams’ records after this game?

Houston is now 2-4; Jacksonville is 4-2.

When is Houston Texans’s next game?

Houston hosts the New York Giants on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM PDT.