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Watch Houston Texans vs Dallas Cowboys NFL game LIVE: Online stream, TV channels, and kick-off time

2026-10-01 · Rob Norcup

How to watch the NFL match between Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys, as well as kick-off time and team news

Houston Texans vs Dallas Cowboys kick-off time

The Houston Texans host the Dallas Cowboys at Reliant Stadium (Houston, Texas), in a huge Lone Star State clash, during Week 4 of the NFL regular season. The game is scheduled to kick-off on Sunday, October 4 at 1pm ET / 10am PT (6pm BST).

How to watch Houston Texans vs Dallas Cowboys

In the US:

Fox / Fox One / Fubo

In the UK:

DAZN Game Pass / Sky Sports+

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Houston Texans vs Dallas Cowboys Team News

Both teams enter the match looking to flip the script on slow starts, with the Texans sitting at an unexpected 0-3 and the Cowboys at 1-2 following a frustrating Week 3 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

Houston Texans Team News

The Texans received both a catastrophic defensive blow and a highly encouraging offensive update this week.

Nico Collins (WR) - Hamstring : There is substantial optimism surrounding the star wide receiver. After missing the last two games, Collins officially returned to practice as a limited participant and took part in padded sessions. Barring a late setback, he looks trending toward playing.

Mario Edwards Jr. (DT) - Knee (Out for Season) : In a massive blow to Houston’s defensive front, head coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed that Edwards suffered a torn ACL in Week 3. He has been officially placed on Injured Reserve (IR).

Will Anderson Jr. & Logan Hall (DE/DT) - Ankle/Knee : Both key defensive linemen were listed as limited participants in practice, meaning Houston's pass rush depth is being tested.

Ed Ingram (G) - Groin : The starting guard remains questionable and has been a limited participant in practices leading up to Sunday.

Dallas Cowboys Team News

The Cowboys are facing a legitimate crisis on the defensive side of the ball, particularly in the secondary, prompting a blockbuster mid-week trade.

Blockbuster Trade : Joey Porter Jr. (CB) Acquired: Desperate for healthy bodies, the Cowboys pulled off a late-night trade to acquire cornerback Joey Porter Jr.. Porter has been dealing with a back issue but is a massive reinforcement for a depleted group.

Secondary Attrition (Jalen Thompson & Malik Hooker) : Starting safety Jalen Thompson (hamstring) was placed on Injured Reserve (IR) and is out for at least 4 weeks. On the bright side, veteran safety Malik Hooker (forearm) returned to practice in a limited capacity for the first time since breaking his arm.

Cobie Durant & Shavon Revel (CB) : Cornerback Cobie Durant (hamstring) is highly doubtful after sitting out consecutive practices. His backup, Shavon Revel, who started last week, also missed practice with a knee/ankle issue, creating a gaping hole at corner.

DeMarvion Overshown (LB) - Hamstring : The starting linebacker did not participate in team drills during mid-week practices and remains highly questionable.

Useful links

AFC East : Buffalo Bills | Miami Dolphins | New England Patriots | New York Jets

NFC East : Dallas Cowboys | Philadelphia Eagles | New York Giants | Washington Commanders

AFC North : Baltimore Ravens | Cleveland Browns | Cincinnati Bengals | Pittsburgh Steelers

NFC North : Chicago Bears | Detroit Lions | Green Bay Packers | Minnesota Vikings

AFC South : Houston Texans | Indianapolis Colts | Jacksonville Jaguars | Tennessee Titans

NFC South : Atlanta Falcons | Carolina Panthers | New Orleans Saints | Tampa Bay Buccaneers

AFC West : Denver Broncos | Kansas City Chiefs | Las Vegas Raiders | Los Angeles Chargers

NFC West : Arizona Cardinals | Los Angeles Rams | San Francisco 49ers | Seattle Seahawks

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