As the Indianapolis Colts prepare to face the Houston Texans in their season opener, they aim to end a 10-game winless streak in Week 1, the longest in the NFL. Both teams have revamped their rosters, with the Colts hoping to improve under quarterback Anthony Richardson, who is returning from injury and looking to enhance his accuracy. The Texans, led by C.J. Stroud, are coming off a standout rookie season and have added key players like Joe Mixon and Stefon Diggs to bolster their offense. Stroud's impressive performance last year positions him as a potential breakout star in his second season, with high expectations from analysts. The matchup is expected to be competitive, as both teams seek playoff contention in the AFC South. Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner emphasized the importance of this rivalry, highlighting the unfinished business they have with the Texans.