Houston, we have kickoff! The Texans start a new season this Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. Read on to see more about the game, plus all of the additional must-see gridiron action here in Houston this week!

That includes the Houston Cougars huge matchup with the Southern Jaguars this Saturday! After the Houston football program scored its first big win last week over Oregon State, we have your chance to see this incredible team take the field live. Enter today for your chance to win a pair of tickets to the big game!

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• It’s a Blue Out at Husky Stadium this Saturday when HCU opens their football home slate against Arkansas Baptist!

• The Dash duel Utah Royals FC in a big battle on the pitch during Noche Latina at Shell Energy Stadium on Saturday.

• Are you ready for some football, Houston? The Texans take the field against Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills in an incredible week 1 matchup at Reliant Stadium!

• Dress as one of your favorite comic book heroes or villains and head out to Brazos River Park for this unique Sunday half marathon.

• Houston is pulling away with the AL West lead! Don’t miss a pivotal series against the Royals, starting this Tuesday, as the Astros continue their hunt for the playoffs.

HOW TO DO FALL IN HOUSTON

The weather outside may still be scorching, but fall is just around the corner! Whether you’re looking to catch some Texans football at a sports bar, take a hike down a beautiful autumnal trail or plan your next day trip adventure, our fall guide will help get you ready for the season.

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• Houston Sports Highlight of the Week: One of the Rockets’ young cornerstones is now locked in as part of the future of Houston basketball. Amen Thompson signed a five-year rookie contract extension with the Rockets, putting him under contract with the team through 2032.

• College Sports Report: The Cougars are already jumping up the AP rankings! After a big 33-20 win over Oregon State in the football season opener, Houston is now ranked #22 in the country heading into their matchup with Southern this Saturday.

• The Sports Story You Need to See: A U.S. Open stunner made headlines around the world this week when top American men’s tennis star Ben Shelton beat defending champ Carlos Alcaraz in a marathon match at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Take a look at the ESPN report on the incredible match here to see how Shelton shocked the tennis world.

• What We’re Watching: All of Houston is going to be tuning in to the Texans’ home opener this Sunday! Discover how you can catch all of the action here.

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