Bills Dominate Texans 34-3 as Houston's Offense Falters
HOUSTON (AP) — The Buffalo Bills overwhelmed the previously unbeaten Houston Texans in a decisive 34-3 victory on Sunday, holding the Texans to just 134 total yards in a game where Houston’s offense could not find any rhythm. Bills quarterback Josh Allen carved up the Texans’ defense, throwing for 318 yards and two touchdowns, while Houston rookie quarterback Drake Maye struggled under heavy pressure.
Maye completed just 125 yards through the air and threw two costly interceptions, while also being sacked eight times by Buffalo’s relentless pass rush. The Texans (4-1), who had looked dominant in previous weeks, were out of sync from the start and never posed a real threat to the Bills (3-2).
“We didn’t execute today, plain and simple,” said Maye. “I’ve got to be better, and as a team, we’ve got to respond.”
Texans head coach David Shaw found himself under scrutiny after a series of questionable decisions.
When asked about the choices, Shaw was visibly irritated, defending his game management. “Look, everyone’s got something to say after the fact. It's not like I was drunk out there,” Shaw responded. “We made the decisions we felt were right in the moment, and I stand by them. Hindsight’s easy, but we were trying to get something going in a game where nothing was working.”
With the loss, Houston’s high-flying start to the season came to a screeching halt, and Shaw’s decision-making now faces increased scrutiny as the Texans look to rebound from their first defeat.
Montgomery Powers Packers to 28-14 Road Win Over Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — David Montgomery led the way for the Green Bay Packers with a dominant performance on the ground, rushing for 130 yards and three touchdowns in a 28-14 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. The Packers (3-2) rode their bruising running game to a crucial road win while the Rams (2-3), hampered by injuries, struggled to keep pace.
Montgomery set the tone early, consistently finding holes in the Rams’ defense and finishing drives with touchdowns to give Green Bay control of the game. His third score, a 15-yard dash late in the third quarter, put the Packers up by two scores, effectively sealing the win.
“David was incredible today,” said Packers head coach Matt LaFleur. “When you can run the ball like that, everything else opens up, and he was just relentless.”
For the Rams, it was a frustrating day on offense as quarterback Matthew Stafford was unable to get much going. Without several key starting receivers and dealing with an offensive line that struggled to hold up, Stafford and the Rams were stifled throughout.
The Packers’ defense took advantage of the Rams’ depleted offense, keeping them off balance and limiting their opportunities to capitalize on Green Bay’s lead.
“Obviously, we’re not at full strength, but no excuses,” Stafford said postgame. “We’ve got to find a way to make plays.”
With the win, Green Bay moves to 3-2 on the season, while Los Angeles falls to 2-3 as they try to regroup from their mounting injury challenges.
49ers Dominate Cardinals 37-13 Behind Wright’s Two TDs and Newton’s Defensive Surge
SANTA CLARA (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers rolled to a convincing 37-13 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, fueled by a balanced offensive attack and a relentless defense that sacked Kyler Murray seven times. Running back Jaylen Wright led the 49ers’ offense, rushing for 92 yards and two touchdowns, while rookie defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton put on a show with three sacks in a breakout performance.
The 49ers (4-1) took control early, with Wright finding the end zone twice in the first half as San Francisco built an insurmountable lead. On defense, Newton spearheaded a pass rush that kept Murray on the run all game long, never allowing the Cardinals (0-5) to find a rhythm.
“Everything was clicking today,” said Wright. “The O-line gave me room to run, and the defense made it tough on them all game.”
Newton, who had his best game of the season, led a Niners defense that overwhelmed Arizona’s offensive line. The 49ers racked up seven total sacks, consistently pressuring Murray and forcing errant throws.
“Our defense was relentless today,” said 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan. “Newton really stepped up, and the entire unit did an incredible job keeping the pressure on Murray.”
With the win, San Francisco remains atop the division standings at 4-1, while Arizona falls to 0-5 after another tough outing against an NFC West rival.
