Bills' new Highmark Stadium set for regular season opener against Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:31 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Buffalo Bills will host the Detroit Lions for their first regular season game at Highmark Stadium on September 17. Ahead of the opener, the venue has faced criticisms over obstructed views from certain seating areas and issues with its new natural grass playing surface. Fans attending preseason events reported sightline problems, while players expressed concerns about the field’s condition during exhibition games. The Bills are working to address these issues before the game. Highmark Stadium has a seating capacity of 60,108, making it the smallest in the NFL.
- •Bills face Lions on September 17 for season opener.
- •New stadium criticized for obstructed seating views.
- •Natural grass field received negative player feedback.
- •Stadium can accommodate up to 66,000 with standing room.
- •Bills plan to address seating and grass issues before kickoff.
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"The Buffalo Bills haven't played a regular season game at the new Highmark Stadium, but it's already been mired in controversy. Here's why.
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