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Bears, Bills and Ravens claim victories on record-setting NFL Sunday

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Bears, Bills and Ravens claim victories on record-setting NFL Sunday

Summary

The Chicago Bears, Buffalo Bills, and Baltimore Ravens all secured victories in week one of the NFL. The Bears achieved a record-setting 59 points in their 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers, marking the highest-scoring week one game in NFL history. The Bills edged the Houston Texans 36-31, with quarterback Josh Allen throwing for 334 yards and scoring multiple touchdowns. The Ravens defeated the Indianapolis Colts 41-23, driven by Zay Flowers' impressive first-half performance of 150 receiving yards. This Sunday set a record for the total points scored on an opening weekend since the 1970 merger. Week one results indicate strong starts for teams positioning for playoff contention.

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Status Watch

•Bears score highest points in week one history at 59.
•Bills defeat Texans 36-31, led by Josh Allen's performance.
•Ravens top Colts 41-23, with key contributions from Derrick Henry.
•Record for most points on opening Sunday set in 2026.
•Next matchups will further define playoff races.

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5:36 AMYahoo Sports — Bears, Bills and Ravens win on record-breaking Sunday
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What they're saying

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After kicking off the NFL season with a Super Bowl rematch and a trip to Australia, week one continued with a record-breaking Sunday.
— Yahoo Sports