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NFL Sets 1 p.m. ET Kickoffs for Jaguars–Titans and Texans–Colts as AFC South Awaits Week 18 Decider

Jacksonville controls the division race, with Houston needing help.

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez al-Shaair (0) reacts with safety K'Von Wallace (38) after making an interception against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half at SoFi Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Indianapolis Colts predictions, picks, odds for NFL Week 18 game on Sunday, Jan. 4.

Overview

  • The NFL confirmed both games will start Sunday, Jan. 4 at 1 p.m. ET, with the Jaguars hosting the Titans at EverBank Stadium and the Texans hosting the Colts at NRG Stadium.
  • Jacksonville (12-4) clinches the AFC South and a home playoff game with a win, and the game will be televised locally on FOX.
  • Houston (11-5) can claim the division only by beating Indianapolis while Jacksonville loses to Tennessee, with the Texans’ game on CBS.
  • The Texans carry an eight-game winning streak and the Jaguars have won seven straight; the Titans are 3-13 and the Colts are 8-8 after seven consecutive losses.
  • Indianapolis is eliminated from playoff contention and Shane Steichen has not committed to a Week 18 starting quarterback, and Jacksonville notes this could be the last full-capacity home finale before upcoming stadium renovations.