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AFC South: Texans favored, but division remains wide open
27 May
Summary
- Houston Texans are slight favorites to win the AFC South in 2026.
- Jacksonville Jaguars won the division last season with a 13-4 record.
- Tennessee Titans have new coach Robert Saleh and QB Cam Ward.
Entering the 2026 NFL season, the AFC South division remains highly competitive, with the Houston Texans positioned as slight favorites. Last season, the Jacksonville Jaguars surprised many by winning the division with a 13-4 record.
Despite a strong defense, the Texans' success hinges on quarterback C.J. Stroud improving his performance, as his statistics have stagnated over the past two seasons. The Indianapolis Colts are projected to exceed their win total again, even after a late-season collapse last year.
The Jaguars lost key players in free agency and made questionable draft choices, but their coaching staff's belief and the potential emergence of Travis Hunter and Brian Thomas Jr. offer hope for consistency.
The Tennessee Titans, seeking their first winning season since 2021, are undergoing a significant rebuild under defensive-minded coach Robert Saleh. With new defensive starters and a promising young quarterback in Cam Ward, alongside a favorable schedule, they aim to improve from their recent 3-14 records.
