The Buffalo Bills lost to the Houston Texans 23-19 in a game where quarterback Josh Allen was sacked a career-high eight times. The constant pressure on Allen significantly hampered the Bills' offense, contributing to their struggles.
Despite facing immense pressure and losing 70 yards on sacks, Allen nearly led a game-winning drive in the final minute. On the Bills' last possession, after Allen took consecutive sacks, they faced a fourth-and-27.
Allen completed a 44-yard pass to Josh Palmer, who lateraled to Khalil Shakir. Following a false start penalty, the Bills were faced with a fourth-and-6.
However, Allen's pass was intercepted by Houston's Calen Bullock at the Texans' 9-yard line with 24 seconds remaining, sealing the Bills' defeat. Allen expressed frustration with the team's inability to execute in crucial moments, acknowledging his own need to improve at throwing the ball away to avoid sacks.
Bills coach Sean McDermott voiced his dissatisfaction with the 12 times their quarterback was hit, emphasizing the need to protect Allen for the remainder of the season. While Khalil Shakir had 110 receiving yards and James Cook added 116 rushing yards and a touchdown, these offensive efforts were overshadowed by the team's offensive line struggles and Allen's repeated takedowns.
