who will the texans play in the playoffs

As of the 2024 NFL season (postseason in January 2025), the Houston Texans are in the playoffs, but their exact opponent depends on the final AFC seeding, which is still being decided in the last week of the regular season.

Current Playoff Status

The Texans clinched a playoff berth with an 11–5 record after beating the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 17. They are currently the No. 6 seed in the AFC, meaning they will host a Wild Card game at NRG Stadium.

Their final regular‑season game is at home against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 18; the outcome of that game and other AFC results will determine whether they stay at No. 6 or move up/down slightly.

Possible Wild Card Opponents

If the Texans remain the No. 6 seed, they will host the No. 3 seed in the AFC Wild Card round. The most likely No. 3 seeds at this point are:

• Kansas City Chiefs (if they win the AFC West and finish 3rd in the AFC)

• Buffalo Bills (if they win the AFC East and land as the 3rd seed)

So, the Texans are most likely to play either the Chiefs or the Bills in the Wild Card round, with the game in Houston.

What Would Change the Matchup?

• If the Texans lose to the Colts and another team (like the Chargers or Broncos) wins, they could fall to the No. 7 seed and have to travel on the road in the Wild Card round.

• If they win and the Jaguars lose, the Texans could win the AFC South and move up to the No. 3 or No. 4 seed, which would change their playoff path entirely.

When Will We Know for Sure?

The full AFC bracket and Texans’ opponent will be locked in after Week 18 games are completed (early January 2025). Once the final standings are set, the NFL will release the official playoff schedule with dates, times, and matchups.

Bottom line: Right now, the Texans are expected to host either the Kansas City Chiefs or Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card round, but the exact opponent won’t be confirmed until the final week of the regular season.