HOUSTON -- The Texans are squarely back in the playoff race after a massive 23-19 win against the Buffalo Bills on "Thursday Night Football."

The Texans' defense displayed why it's the No. 1-ranked defense in prime time as it held the Bills' offense to 12 points. The defense came in allowing only 16.4 points per game and showed why it is arguably one of the best in recent seasons. The unit sacked Bills quarterback Josh Allen eight times, and when it mattered most, Houston's defense sealed the win with an interception by safety Calen Bullock .

Even though the unit gave up a fourth-and-27 on a hook-and-lateral during the last drive to give Houston faithful a scare, it didn't end up costing the team. Now the Texans are over .500. They have a 37% chance to make the playoffs, per ES

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