NFL lists Bills vs. Texans as must-watch game for 2026 opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Buffalo Bills will open the 2026 NFL season against the Houston Texans in Week 1. ESPN identified this matchup among five 'must-watch' games, citing the recent competitive history between the teams and the debut of head coach Joe Brady for Buffalo. The previous season's matchup saw the Texans top the Bills 23-19 with Davis Mills at quarterback. Questions loom about how Brady will approach the Texans' strong defense and the effectiveness of Houston's revamped running game. Fans will look for updates on quarterback C.J. Stroud as he returns from injury.
- •Bills start the 2026 season against the Texans on the road
- •ESPN highlights the game as must-watch due to historical rivalry
- •Joe Brady makes his head coaching debut for the Bills
- •Texans defeated the Bills 23-19 in their last matchup
- •C.J. Stroud's performance remains a critical question for Houston
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Bills named on list of 5 'must watch' NFL game on 2026 schedule
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