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Houston Texans vs. Jaguars: 3 Storylines
Texans face Jaguars in London as three key storylines emerge for Week 6.
In brief
Texans face Jaguars in London as three key storylines emerge for Week 6. Houston Texans hope to build on their Week 5 win against Titans as they prepare for Week 6 matchup against Jacksonville Jaguars in London. Originally reported by Houston Texans On SI.
Texans' Week 6 Matchup
Houston Texans face Jacksonville Jaguars in London for their third AFC South matchup of the 2026 season.
Last Year's Season Series
These teams split their season series 1-1 last year, with Jaguars sinking to 0-3 through three games in Week 3.
Texans' First Meeting with Jaguars
Texans hope this game looks more like their second meeting from 2025 than their first matchup.
Marvin Harrison Jr. Acclimation
Marvin Harrison Jr. will make his first appearance in Week 6 but will likely only get a few designed plays against the Jaguars defense.
Harrison Jr.'s First Game
Harrison Jr. is the 2024 No. 4 pick and will be tested against Jacksonville's stout defense in his first game with the Texans.
Woody Marks' Role
Veteran running back David Montgomery is out with a groin injury, so Woody Marks will lead the Texans' backfield against Jacksonville.
Marks' Performance
Marks had a season-high 15 carries for 62 yards and four receptions for 23 yards against Tennessee.
Jaguars' Run Defense
Jacksonville has allowed the lowest yards per game (63.8 yds/gm) and lowest rushing yards over expected (-0.84) through five weeks.
Marks' Potential Impact
If Marks overcomes Jacksonville's strong run defense, he could become an explosive threat for the Texans' offense.
Texans' Defensive Shift
Texans shifted defensive play-calling to head coach DeMeco Ryans after Week 1 and Week 4 performances.
Defensive Success Against Titans
Houston limited Cam Ward and their offense to just three points in Week 5, securing their first win of the season.
Jaguars' Scoring Threat
Jacksonville has been an above-average scoring attack with a 4-1 start to the season.
Defense Test
This matchup will test whether the Texans' defense is back to where it was last season after a shaky start.
The bottom line
Houston Texans hope to build on their Week 5 win against Titans as they prepare for Week 6 matchup against Jacksonville Jaguars in London.
