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Announcers, Referees & Jersey Combinations for Bills Week 1 Matchup vs. Texans

Sunday will be the first game of the 2026 season for the Buffalo Bills and they will be on the road to take on the Houston Texans. In recent years, the Texans have been an unclimbable mountain for the Bills, with Josh Allen going 1-4 (including the playoffs) against Houston.

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NFL Prediction Panel Down on Bills' Chances for Week 1 Road Win vs. Texans

The Buffalo Bills have lost to the Houston Texans on the road each of the past two seasons with Joe Brady as offensive coordinator, and the experts don't foresee a different outcome now that he's head coach.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 13

Bills' Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 1: DJ Moore, Dalton Kincaid, Khalil Shakir

The Buffalo Bills open up their 2026 season on the road against the Houston Texans and will need major contributions from wide receivers DJ Moore and Khalil Shakir and tight end Dalton Kincaid in order to escape Reliant Stadium with a victory in Week 1.

Buffalo Bills News / EssentiallySports / September 13

'I’m Sick of Buffalo': Jon Gruden Blasts Bills for Relying Too Heavily on Josh Allen

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has carried this franchise through eight seasons of near-misses, and on the debut episode of the Gruden Family Football Show, brothers Jon and Jay Gruden couldn’t agree on whether that’s still the right plan heading into 2026.

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The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 13

3 Reasons The Bills Will Beat Texans in Week 1

The Buffalo Bills walk into a difficult Week 1 test against the Houston Texans at 1 p.m. ET, at NRG Stadium. Houston beating Buffalo in each of Josh Allen’s previous trips to the city makes this a tough game for the Bills.

NFL News / Yardbarker

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Jim Leonhard News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 13

Jim Leonhard Makes Important Logistical Decision for Bills' Season Opener in Houston

Being on the field during a game just feels right for a 10-year NFL veteran. That's why former safety Jim Leonhard's decision does not come as a surprise.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 12

Bills’ All-Time History Against All Teams on 2026 Schedule

The current franchise known as the Buffalo Bills began playing football in 1960 is one of the original eight members of the American Football League. They won a couple of AFL titles in 1964 and ’65, but are perhaps known for their four consecutive Super Bowl appearances and failures.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 12

Bills Elevate WR, RB Reinforcements for Sunday's Season Opener vs. Texans

The Buffalo Bills made two strategic moves on the eve of their season opener against the Houston Texans. The Bills used their two weekly allotted practice squad elevations to solidify their punt return options and running back depth.

NFL News / Total Pro Sports / September 12

Buffalo Bills Could Make Surprise Running Back Move Ahead Of Houston Texans Week 1 Game

The Buffalo Bills might shake up their running back room right before their Week 1 game against the Houston Texans. Buffalo starts the season on the road in Houston this Sunday.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Bills Elevate Return Specialist for Season Opener vs. Texans

The Buffalo Bills have added a pair of players to their game day roster for Sunday’s regular season opener in Houston. On Saturday, the Bills announced that return specialist Greg Dortch and running back Frank Gore Jr.

Dalton Kincaid News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 12

Bills' TE Dalton Kincaid Draws Favorable Matchup vs. Texans

This weekend, the Buffalo Bills will be in action against the Houston Texans in a matchup of AFC juggernauts in Week 1. Houston has had the Bills' number in recent years, thanks in large part to their suffocating defense.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Jim Leonhard News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 12

Bills' Jim Leonhard Relying on Rugged Captain Heading into Houston

Both on offense and defense, the Buffalo Bills have plenty of new faces in the locker room heading into the 2026 regular season. And, that isn’t just limited to the players on the roster.

NFL News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 12

Bills vs. Texans Week 1 Expert Picks Paint Grim Picture for Buffalo

Football is back and the Buffalo Bills are ready to take a trip south to face the Houston Texans in Week 1. It’s going to be a tough matchup for them as they take on a franchise that has had their number in recent years.

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Ty Johnson News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Ty Johnson Injury Update: Bills RB Questionable Against Texans Week 1

Ty Johnson’s hamstring injury has kept him out for more than a month. He suffered the injury during the Buffalo Blue & Red intrasquad practice on August 8.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11

Patriots add familiar foe in DaQuan Jones after Week 1 disappointment

Given the team's lack of depth on defense, it turned to a former divisional rival to bolster the trenches.

Patriots teammates send strong messages to Drake Maye after Seahawks loss

Patriots get massive A.J. Brown injury update

Patriots still have a lot to prove to doubters, critics

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Dion Dawkins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 10

Bills’ Dion Dawkins keeps it 100% real on 2025 Texans loss with revenge on the mind

Dion Dawkins has never forgotten about the Buffalo Bills’ 23-19 loss to the Houston Texans in a Week 12 matchup in the 2025 NFL season at Reliant Stadium in Houston.

Buffalo Bills News / Total Pro Sports / September 10

Buffalo Bills Announce They Will Play 2 Anthems At Every Home Game This Season

The Buffalo Bills just made Highmark Stadium sound like a border town on purpose. Front Office Sports said the club will play “O Canada” before every home game this season.

Joe Brady News / A to Z Sports / September 10

There was one thing Bills players didn’t like under Sean McDermott that they wanted changed and Joe Brady made the change happen

It’s a simple thing, but it was a big deal to Buffalo Bills players. There are plenty of things that are staying the same in Buffalo under new Bills head coach Joe Brady.

Buffalo Bills News / A to Z Sports / September 10

Mike Tomlin makes his feelings on Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen crystal clear while pushing back on a tired national narrative

Former Steelers HC Mike Tomlin made the case for Bills QB Josh Allen when asked a very intriguing question. Mike Tomlin knows quarterback play. The former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach spent two decades on NFL sidelines and never posted a losing season.

Buffalo Bills News / HITC / September 10

Buffalo Bills will now play the Canadian National Anthem before NFL games at Highmark Stadium

In a landmark announcement, the Buffalo Bills announced that they will honour both the Canadian and American national anthems. Given their proximity to Canada, the Bills want to pay tribute to their Canadian neighbours before all NFL games.

D.J. Moore News / TWSN / September 9

You Need to Trade for DJ Moore in 2026 Fantasy Football

With Week 1 of the NFL season about to start, the fantasy football market is bound to change in a huge way. Before it does, make sure to trade for DJ Moore in fantasy football.

Buffalo Bills News / The Lead / September 9

Should the Bills start Dorian Williams or Kaleb Elarms-Orr Week 1?

With rosters set and the first NFL games kicking off this week, many teams still have difficult decisions to make. For the Buffalo Bills, it comes down to who should start at the other inside linebacker position next to Terrel Bernard.

Buffalo Bills News / The Spun / September 9

Buffalo Bills To Honor 2 National Anthems This NFL Season

The Buffalo Bills announced Wednesday that two national anthems will be played before every home game this season. Just like all other 31 NFL teams, the Bills will have someone perform “The Star-Spangled Banner” before their home games at Highmark Stadium.

Myles Garrett News / Yardbarker / September 9

This team reportedly wanted to trade for Myles Garrett before Rams deal

The Rams weren't the only team exploring a trade for Garrett.

Rams' Myles Garrett addresses status for 49ers game after dealing with knee swelling

Rams' Puka Nacua addresses uncertainty about potential suspension

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 4

Former Bills coach Sean McDermott is setting high bar for team in 2026

Sean McDermott may not have been able to help get the Buffalo Bills to the Super Bowl before he was fired following the 2025 season, but he absolutely sees them getting there in the first year without him.

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Scouts echo warnings from Hall of Famers about Aaron Donald returning to Rams

NFL insider reveals latest Aaron Donald Week 1 update

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