If you don’t like NFL football on Thursday nights … then you missed an eventful affair.
The Houston Texans corralled the Buffalo Bills 23-19 to kick off Week 12 of the 2025 season in a game that featured valiant efforts on both sides – and even by the officials – in a contest that could have far-reaching implications on the playoff and MVP races.
Houston’s defense was probably the story of the night as the Texans won for the fourth time in the past five games to improve their odds of making the playoffs and possibly winning a third straight AFC South crown. But it was hardly alone in terms of the winners and losers beyond the scoreboard …
It bottled up Bills QB Josh Allen, the reigning league MVP, while forcing three turnovers and bowing up on third downs and in the red zone. Had Buffalo not scored on special teams, this game wouldn’t have been close.
They travel well, y’all, and successfully crossed the border into the Lone Star State. Buffalo’s fans were frequently in full throat throughout the night, notably on Ray Davis’ 97-yard kickoff return for a touchdown before halftime.
