Buffalo
Bills
0-0
41
FINAL
28
Houston
Texans
0-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 23d ago
In a thrilling season opener, the Buffalo Bills topped the Houston Texans 41-28, marking a strong start to the 2026 campaign. With both teams eager to set the tone for the year, the Bills showcased their offensive prowess and depth, leaving the Texans searching for answers. Josh Allen led the charge for Buffalo, throwing for 302 yards and three touchdowns, while James Cook III added to the offensive fireworks with a solid 102 rushing yards. DJ Moore was a standout in the receiving game, racking up 124 yards and proving to be a reliable target for Allen throughout the contest. The Bills’ offensive execution was impressive, as they consistently found ways to exploit the Texans' defense. On the defensive side, the Bills made their presence felt, with Jordan Hancock leading the team in tackles and TJ Parker contributing with a crucial sack. The game's turning point came midway through the third quarter when the Bills' defense stifled a Texans drive, allowing Buffalo to extend their lead and ultimately secure the victory. While the Texans managed a late-game interception from Kamari Ramsey, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Bills' commanding performance.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Josh AllenQB17953%30231113.3
C.J. StroudQB211362%22531118.0
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jonathan TaylorHB211024.9300200
Antonio GibsonHB7385.4170140
Jaylin NoelWR22914.511300
C.J. StroudQB3206.720221
Josh AllenQB2147.01190
David MontgomeryHB155.02050
Tyreek HillWR111.0—110
Kayshon BoutteWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
DJ MooreWR412431.0790540
Tyler WarrenTE410726.8430410
Jaylin NoelWR210552.5381650
Jalin HyattWR18585.0311850
Tyreek HillWR28040.0—2490
Nico CollinsWR14949.0431490
Antonio GibsonHB5285.6201130
Jonathan TaylorHB3237.7180110
Woody MarksFB22110.5130140
Kayshon BoutteWR11818.0—0180
Dalton SchultzTE133.0—030
David MontgomeryHB111.0—010
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Matt PraterK0050
Ka'imi FairbairnK0140