Buffalo
Bills
0-0
24
FINAL
7
Houston
Texans
0-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 4h ago
In a commanding performance to kick off the 2026 season, the Buffalo Bills topped the Houston Texans 24-7. With both teams eager to make an early statement, the Bills showcased their prowess, setting a strong tone for the weeks to come. Josh Allen led the charge for Buffalo, throwing for 243 yards and a touchdown, while also demonstrating his leadership on the field. James Cook III contributed significantly with 79 rushing yards, helping to establish a balanced offensive attack. Keon Coleman was a standout in the receiving game, racking up 82 yards, making crucial catches that kept drives alive. Defensively, the Bills were relentless, with Terrel Bernard leading the team with six total tackles and Bradley Chubb making his presence felt with 1.5 sacks. The turning point came in the second quarter when Buffalo's defense forced a turnover, leading to a quick touchdown that shifted momentum decisively in their favor. Overall, the Bills' combination of offensive efficiency and defensive dominance proved too much for the Texans to handle.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Josh AllenQB271867%24310107.4
C.J. StroudQB341544%1730060.0
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
James Cook IIIHB15795.3200261
Ty JohnsonHB7578.1452220
Woody MarksHB12554.6291200
Ray DavisHB5193.8—090
Josh AllenQB6111.8—070
DJ MooreWR166.0—060
David MontgomeryHB530.6—060
Khalil ShakirWR000.0—000
Keon ColemanWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Keon ColemanWR28241.0741780
Tank DellWR46616.580241
DJ MooreWR46315.8100261
Nico CollinsWR35317.7140241
Khalil ShakirWR5387.6150110
Dalton KincaidTE4379.340180
Dalton SchultzTE23216.050230
Ty JohnsonHB2126.090110
Woody MarksHB2115.512080
James Cook IIIHB11111.070110
Jayden HigginsWR242.0—020
British BrooksFB144.03040
Marvin Harrison JrWR133.0—030
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Tommy Doman JrP0000
Ka'imi FairbairnK0010
Tyler BassK12333