Bills fall to Texans 23-19 on Josh Allen’s final interception, sacked 8 times

The Buffalo Bills fell short on Thursday Night Football, losing to the Houston Texans 23-19 on November 21, 2025. Josh Allen threw a crucial interception in the final seconds. The Texans defense harassed Allen all game, sacking him 8 times for massive losses.

What Happened in Houston

The Houston Texans dominated the Buffalo Bills from start to finish on Thursday night. The Texans defense absolutely shut down the Bills offense, recording 8 sacks of Josh Allen. Allen lost an incredible 70 yards on those sacks.

Davis Mills led the Texans offense with 2 first-half touchdown passes. The Texans defense picked off 2 passes and forced a fumble. Allen nearly led a final drive with 2:48 remaining, but disaster struck at the end.

“Yeah, it’s not fun,” Allen said after the game, referring to the constant pressure.

With 18 seconds left, Allen threw a game-ending interception in the red zone. Calen Bullock made his second pick of the night, cementing the Texans upset victory.

Why the Texans Dominated

The Houston Texans feature an elite pass-rushing duo in Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter. Anderson recorded 2.5 sacks while Hunter wrapped up Allen twice. Six of the 8 sacks came on just 4-man rushes, highlighting the Bills offensive line struggles.

The Texans entered this game as the number-one ranked defense in prime time. They held the Bills to just 12 offensive points. Allen received 12 hits overall, not just sacks.

What made this especially impressive: the Texans did this without their star quarterback C.J. Stroud. This win pushes them toward the AFC playoff race, giving them confidence moving forward. The Houston victory marks their third straight win despite Stroud’s absence.

Key Statistics and Game Details

Here’s how the November 21 matchup broke down between these AFC rivals:

The Texans controlled the line of scrimmage with their elite defense. Calen Bullock became the star, with 2 interceptions and forcing a fumble. That triple-turnover night made Bullock the first player to achieve that feat since Detroit Lions safety Keronte Sanders did so previously.

What Comes Next for Both Teams

• The Buffalo Bills travel to Pittsburgh to face the Steelers on Nov. 30
• The Houston Texans continue their third straight victory with growing momentum
• The Texans remain in third place in the AFC South, behind Indianapolis and Jacksonville
• A Bills loss hurts their AFC East chances as rivals gain ground
• The Texans defense will draw heavy attention heading into their next contest

Can the Bills Bounce Back From This Defeat?

The Buffalo Bills now sit at 7-4 after a frustrating performance. Josh Allen‘s career-high 8 sacks exposed offensive line vulnerabilities. Landing 12 hits on a reigning MVP shows systematic breakdown in blocking assignments.

The Bills need to regroup quickly with the Steelers coming up on Nov. 30. Pittsburgh plays aggressive defense as well, so Buffalo’s offensive line must improve. Can Allen protect himself better and avoid costly turnovers in crunch time? The answer determines whether this loss derails their AFC playoff positioning.

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