Buffalo
Bills
0-0
57
FINAL
43
Houston
Texans
0-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 41d ago
In a high-scoring affair to kick off the 2026 season, the Buffalo Bills triumphed over the Houston Texans with a final score of 57-43. Both teams were eager to establish momentum early in the season, but it was Buffalo that emerged victorious, showcasing their offensive firepower. Josh Allen led the Bills with an impressive performance, throwing for 348 yards and four touchdowns, while DJ Moore added a significant contribution with 145 receiving yards. On the ground, David Montgomery of the Texans made headlines with a staggering 257 rushing yards, keeping Houston competitive throughout the game. However, it was Buffalo's aerial assault that ultimately tilted the game in their favor. Defensively, the Bills' Greg Rousseau was a standout, racking up three sacks that disrupted Houston's rhythm and put pressure on their quarterback. The game's turning point came late in the third quarter when Rousseau's relentless pursuit led to a crucial turnover on downs, allowing Buffalo to extend their lead and control the pace for the remainder of the match. As both teams regroup for upcoming challenges, this game sets the stage for an exciting season ahead.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPYDSTDINTRTG
Josh AllenQB201334841127.0
C.J. StroudQB28122454374.2
Dalton KincaidTE10001—
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCTDLNGFUM
David MontgomeryHB1925713.52800
James Cook IIIHB151077.13421
Josh AllenQB3165.31140
Jaylin NoelWR000.0000
DJ MooreWR000.0000
Tank DellWR000.0000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRTDLNGDROP
DJ MooreWR414536.32650
Nico CollinsWR313645.33891
Dalton KincaidTE612120.21400
Khalil ShakirWR38227.31500
Tank DellWR34013.30190
Dalton SchultzTE33913.01190
Jayden HigginsWR11919.00190
David MontgomeryHB188.0080
Kayshon BoutteWR133.0030
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Ka'imi FairbairnK0050
Tyler BassK0070