David Montgomery scored his first touchdown as a Texan during the season's opening game against Buffalo. The play gave the offense some points. That made it 7-3. Before the break, he found the end zone from 18 yards out. That added another touchdown in the opening period. Both arrived before the break. His opening score was Houston's first of the 2026 season. It left the Texans on top 7-3. His next touchdown extended the margin. Montgomery finished the game with two rushing touchdowns against the Bills.