Buffalo Bills prepare to face Houston Texans in season opener

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Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Buffalo Bills prepare to face Houston Texans in season opener
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The Buffalo Bills travel to Houston to play the Texans this Sunday at NRG Stadium. Both teams enter the 2026 NFL season with hopes of contending for the AFC title. Buffalo lost to Houston in each of the last two seasons, including a 23-19 defeat last year. The Buffalo offense faces a challenging Houston defense that recorded eight sacks against the Bills in their previous meeting. Coaching staff will look to incorporate new receiver DJ Moore and tight end Dalton Kincaid into the passing attack to improve performance. The offensive line remains a focus for the Buffalo staff as they look to protect quarterback Josh Allen and support running back James Cook.

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  • Buffalo plays Houston at NRG Stadium this Sunday.
  • Josh Allen faces a Houston defense that registered eight sacks in the 2025 matchup.
  • DJ Moore makes his debut as a receiver for the Buffalo offense.
  • Dalton Kincaid returns to the lineup after missing last year's game due to injury.
  • James Cook enters the game coming off a 116-yard rushing performance against Houston last season.
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Buffalo looks to kick off the new season with a win in hostile territory

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