Davis Mills to Start for Texans Against Bills Amid Stroud’s Concussion

HOUSTON, Texas — Davis Mills will start at quarterback for the Houston Texans as they face the Buffalo Bills this Thursday night. Mills steps in for C.J. Stroud, who is sidelined due to a concussion suffered in Week 9.

While Stroud works his way back from injury and has returned to practice, he will miss his third consecutive game. Mills has held his own in Stroud’s absence, leading the Texans to a 2-1 record with 726 passing yards, three touchdowns, and one interception. His wife, Tori, will be cheering him on from the stands during the crucial match.

The 27-year-old Mills, drafted in the third round in 2021, credits his success to his support system, particularly Tori. The couple met at Greater Atlanta Christian School in 2015 and married in Napa, California, in 2024. They recently announced they are expecting a child in January 2026.

Tori Mills, who graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Business Marketing, serves as the Sales Operations Coordinator at Paychex. She has been in this position since July 2023 and previously worked at IDR, Inc. She balances her own career while supporting her husband as he navigates the NFL.

As Mills prepares for the Bills, he focuses on the challenges they present. “Yeah, I mean, they have a great defense,” Mills told reporters. “They disguise a lot in coverage, a lot of different blitz packages.” He emphasized the importance of staying mentally agile against the Bills’ defensive strategies to keep the Texans’ offense efficient.

Fans will be watching closely as Mills leads the Texans against a tough opponent, hoping for a victory at home.