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Bills secure close victory over Texans to start NFL season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 3:45 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Bills secure close victory over Texans to start NFL season
Summary

The Buffalo Bills defeated the Houston Texans 36-31 on September 13, 2026, at Reliant Stadium. This win marked a significant turnaround for the Bills, who had struggled historically in Houston, losing six straight games prior. Key adjustments in their protection scheme allowed quarterback Josh Allen to connect with Joshua Palmer for a late-game touchdown. The Bills capitalized on several favorable plays, including recovered fumbles and improved offensive line performance, which contributed to their success. The victory opens the season positively for Buffalo as they aim to build on this win.

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  • •Bills win 36-31 against Texans at Reliant Stadium on September 13, 2026
  • •Buffalo had lost six straight games in Houston prior to this win
  • •Key adjustments to protection schemes helped Allen avoid sacks
  • •Joshua Palmer caught the game-winning touchdown pass from Allen
  • •Season-opening victory boosts confidence for the Bills
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  • 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Bills learn from past mistakes in victory over Texans
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After dropping two games in two seasons at Reliant Stadium, the Bills made a major change that helped them to victory

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