Defensive teams play a crucial role in football. A team with a strong offense can still fall short if its defense cannot stop the opposing team's attack. However, a good defense can carry a team with a weaker offense to success.

The defensive team of the Texans had notable performance in the previous season, with the best average of yards allowed per game. They were also the second-best defense in terms of average points allowed.

Further information about the top NFL defenses for the 2026 season is available, highlighting teams that may excel in this area.