Bills' defense struggles against Texans as they prepare for Detroit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 12:24 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

The Buffalo Bills won their game against the Houston Texans on Sunday, September 15, but faced significant defensive challenges. Defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard noted the Bills allowed 26 first downs and committed multiple penalties, underlining issues with possession downs. While Leonhard found positives in the performance, he acknowledged the need for improved consistency, particularly in the pass rush, as the defense transitioned to new schemes. The Bills are set to address these weaknesses as they prepare for their upcoming match against the Detroit Lions.
- •Bills had 26 first downs allowed against Texans.
- •Defensive penalties contributed to Houston's offensive success.
- •Leonhard acknowledged need for improvement after reviewing game film.
- •Next game is against the Detroit Lions on Thursday.
- 12:24 PMYahoo Sports — Bills' defense escaped Houston. Detroit may not be so forgiving
"The Bills had some rough moments on defense against the Texans, but Jim Leonhard said it wasn't quite as bad as it seemed.
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