Houston Texans fall to Buffalo Bills after key defensive mistakes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 10:15 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
The Houston Texans lost to the Buffalo Bills 36-31 in their season opener on September 13, 2026. Key plays by Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter proved decisive. After failing to secure an interception late in the fourth quarter, Lassiter allowed a 34-yard touchdown catch to Bills receiver Joshua Palmer, which enabled Buffalo to take the lead with only 1 minute, 12 seconds remaining. The Texans had previously held a narrow lead but could not capitalize on the opportunity presented by the potential interception.
- •The game saw four lead changes in the fourth quarter.
- •Texans led 31-30 before the Bills scored the deciding touchdown.
- •Kamari Lassiter missed a crucial interception opportunity late in the game.
- •The next game for the Texans will be crucial for their season.
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Texans turning point: Two plays end up swinging control of opener vs. Buffalo Bills
"Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter was at the center of two plays that loomed large in ultimately losing the season opener to the Bills.
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