Josh Allen improvises to secure game-winning touchdown for Bills

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Josh Allen improvises to secure game-winning touchdown for Bills
Summary

In a Week 1 matchup, Josh Allen led the Buffalo Bills to a late-game victory against the Houston Texans on September 13, 2026. With time running out, Allen completed a crucial third-and-long pass to Josh Palmer for a game-winning touchdown. Despite the execution looking smooth, Allen revealed afterward that the play was unplanned, stating he had never practiced passing to Palmer in that situation. This improvisation highlights Allen's ability to adapt under pressure. The Bills are set to host the Detroit Lions for their home opener next Thursday, which marks the debut of their new stadium.

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  • Josh Allen throws game-winning TD to Josh Palmer.
  • The Bills beat the Texans on September 13.
  • Allen's pass was an unpracticed improv play.
  • Buffalo hosts the Detroit Lions next Thursday.
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  • 10:32 PMYahoo SportsJosh Allen had hilarious story behind Bills’ winning TD: ‘Never once repped the ball going there'
What they're saying
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Josh Allen delivered with the game on the line on Sunday. He says what we saw was never the original plan.

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