In a tightly contested season opener, the Buffalo Bills narrowly defeated the Houston Texans 12-6, kicking off the 2026 campaign with a hard-fought victory. Both teams struggled to find their offensive rhythm, but the Bills managed to hold on for the win in a matchup defined by defensive prowess and missed opportunities. C.J. Stroud led the Texans with 157 passing yards, showcasing flashes of potential but unable to convert those opportunities into touchdowns. Meanwhile, Ashton Jeanty contributed 48 rushing yards, and Tank Dell emerged as the top receiver with 72 yards, yet the Texans' offense was limited to just a pair of field goals throughout the game. Defensively, Kamari Lassiter was a standout performer for the Texans, recording 8 total tackles and a sack. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when a crucial stop by the Bills' defense thwarted a potential game-tying drive from Houston, solidifying Buffalo's grip on the game and sealing the victory as time expired.