The Vikings kick off their preseason slate at U.S. Bank Stadium on Saturday, welcoming the Texans for a showdown under the lights.
History has been painted purple in this matchup—Minnesota has taken all six previous meetings, the latest being a 34-7 home drubbing in September 2024.
For the Vikes, the JJ McCarthy chapter officially turns its first page. The young signal-caller missed last year with an injury, but now steps into the starter’s role, and it’s a safe bet Kevin O’Connell will want him to get a taste of game-day pressure before the real grind begins.
Should McCarthy take the field, expect plenty of familiar faces in the receiving corps to join him, with the coaching staff looking to cook up some early-season chemistry.
On the other sideline, life without Stefon Diggs means C.J. Stroud is searching for a new go-to weapon. Nico Collins could shoulder the load, but DeMeco Ryans is determined to expand the arsenal—enter rookie wideout Jayden Higgins, nabbed in the second round.
Houston also made waves by landing Nick Chubb, one of the league’s premier workhorses, and all signs point to the Texans’ new toys getting some early run in this contest.
Here's everything you need to know about the matchup between the Vikings and Texans, including TV channel and streaming options for the preseason game.
What channel is Vikings vs. Texans on today?
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: NFL Game Pass International via DAZN
The preseason matchup between the Vikings and Texans will be available to stream live on DAZN with NFL Game Pass for fans in the UK.
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Vikings vs. Texans start time
- Date: Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025
- Time: 9:00 p.m. BST
The preseason matchup between the Vikings and Texans will kick off at 9:00 p.m. BST on Saturday, Aug. 9. The game will be played at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Vikings preseason schedule 2025
| Date | Matchup | Time (BST) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 9 | vs Texans | 9 p.m. |
| Aug. 16 | vs Patriots | 6 p.m. |
| Aug. 23 | at Titans | 1 a.m. |
Vikings 2025 schedule for regular season
| Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff time (BST) |
| 1 | Tuesday, Sept. 9 | at Bears | 1:15 a.m. |
| 2 | Monday, Sept. 15 | vs. Falcons | 1:20 a.m. |
| 3 | Sunday, Sept. 21 | vs. Bengals | 6 p.m. |
| 4 | Sunday, Sept. 28 | at Steelers (Dublin) | 2:30 p.m. |
| 5 | Sunday, Oct. 5 | at Browns (London) | 2:30 p.m. |
| 6 | BYE | — | — |
| 7 | Sunday, Oct. 19 | vs. Eagles | 6 p.m. |
| 8 | Friday, Oct. 24 | at Chargers | 1:15 a.m. |
| 9 | Sunday, Nov. 2 | at Lions | 6 p.m. |
| 10 | Sunday, Nov. 9 | vs. Ravens | 6 p.m. |
| 11 | Sunday, Nov. 16 | vs. Bears | 6 p.m. |
| 12 | Sunday, Nov. 23 | at Packers | 6 p.m. |
| 13 | Sunday, Nov. 30 | at Seahawks | 9:05 p.m. |
| 14 | Sunday, Dec. 7 | vs. Commanders | 6 p.m. |
| 15 | Monday, Dec. 15 | at Cowboys | 1:20 a.m. |
| 16 | Sunday, Dec. 21 | at Giants | 6 p.m. |
| 17 | Thursday, Dec. 25 | vs. Lions | 9:30 p.m. |
| 18 | TBD | vs. Packers | TBD |
Texans preseason schedule 2025
| Week | Date | Matchup | Time (BST) |
| 1 | Aug. 9 | at Vikings | 9 p.m. |
| 2 | Aug. 16 | vs. Panthers | 6 p.m. |
| 3 | Aug. 23 | at Lions | 6 p.m. |
Texans schedule for 2025 regular season
| Week | Date | Matchup | Time (BST) |
| 1 | Sunday, Sept. 7 | at Rams | 9:25 p.m. |
| 2 | Tuesday, Sept. 16 | vs. Buccaneers | 12 a.m. |
| 3 | Sunday, Sept. 21 | at Jaguars | 6 p.m. |
| 4 | Sunday, Sept. 28 | vs. Titans | 6 p.m. |
| 5 | Sunday, Oct. 5 | at Ravens | 6 p.m. |
| 6 | BYE | — | — |
| 7 | Tuesday, Oct. 21 | at Seahawks | 3 a.m. |
| 8 | Sunday, Oct. 26 | vs. 49ers | 6 p.m. |
| 9 | Sunday, Nov. 2 | vs. Broncos | 6 p.m. |
| 10 | Sunday, Nov. 9 | vs. Jaguars | 6 p.m. |
| 11 | Sunday, Nov. 16 | at Titans | 6 p.m. |
| 12 | Friday, Nov. 21 | vs. Bills | 1:15 a.m. |
| 13 | Sunday, Nov. 30 | at Colts | 6 p.m. |
| 14 | Monday, Dec. 8 | at Chiefs | 1:20 a.m. |
| 15 | Sunday, Dec. 14 | vs. Cardinals | 6 p.m. |
| 16 | Sunday, Dec. 21 | vs. Raiders | 9:25 p.m. |
| 17 | Saturday, Dec. 27 | at Chargers | TBD |
| 18 | Sunday, Jan. 4 | vs. Colts | TBD |
NFL preseason schedule 2025: Week 1
Friday, Aug. 8
| Scores |
|---|
| Ravens 24, Colts 16 |
| Eagles 34, Bengals 27 |
| Seahawks 23, Raiders 23 |
| Lions 17, Falcons 10 |
| Browns 30, Panthers 10 |
| Patriots 48, Commanders 18 |
Saturday, Aug. 9
| Game | Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| Falcons vs. Lions | Midnight |
| Panthers vs. Browns | Midnight |
| Patriots vs. Commanders | 12:30 a.m. |
| Bills vs. Giants | 6 p.m. |
| Vikings vs. Texans | 9 p.m. |
Sunday, Aug. 10
| Game | Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| Rams vs. Cowboys | Midnight |
| Jaguars vs. Steelers | Midnight |
| Buccaneers vs. Titans | 12:30 a.m. |
| Packers vs. Jets | 1 a.m. |
| Cardinals vs. Chiefs | 1 a.m. |
| 49ers vs. Broncos | 1:30 a.m. |
| Bears vs. Dolphins | 6 p.m. |
| Chargers vs. Saints | 9 p.m. |
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