Josh Allen leads Bills past Texans; Joe Brady earns first coaching win

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Josh Allen leads Bills past Texans; Joe Brady earns first coaching win
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The Buffalo Bills defeated the Houston Texans 36-31 on September 13, giving Joe Brady his first victory as head coach. Josh Allen delivered an impressive offensive performance, helping the Bills secure a win in Houston, a venue where they had not triumphed since 2006. The game marked a significant moment for Brady, who had faced challenges in the prior season against the Texans. Next, the Bills look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.

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  • Bills win 36-31 against Texans in Houston
  • Josh Allen had a standout offensive performance
  • Joe Brady earns his first victory as head coach
  • Buffalo had not won in Houston since 2006
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In a house of Bills horrors -- they hadn't won in Houston since '06 -- vs. a team that battered him last season, Josh Allen uncorked a whopper of an offensive performance as Buffalo outlasted Houston 36-31, giving Joe Brady his first victory as coach.

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