Bills score four touchdowns to open new stadium against Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 9:47 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Buffalo Bills opened their new Highmark Stadium with a strong performance against the Detroit Lions, scoring touchdowns on their first four possessions. Quarterback Josh Allen accounted for five touchdowns in the team's 41-31 victory. Buffalo grabbed a 21-0 lead in the first 19 minutes and maintained control even as the Lions managed to cut the deficit to 27-17 at one point. The Bills carried strong momentum into the season at 2-0, showcasing their new venue's acoustics and fan enthusiasm.
- •Josh Allen throws for three TDs and runs for another.
- •Bills lead 21-0 after the first quarter.
- •New Highmark Stadium hosts 60,644 fans.
- •Lions attempt a comeback, scoring 10 consecutive points.
- •Buffalo improves to 2-0 with the win.
- 9:47 AMYahoo Sports — The Bills took the ball to open their new stadium. Then they took over | Opinion
"New Buffalo coach Joe Brady wanted the ball in QB Josh Allen's hands to open the team's new stadium. He got just what he wanted, writes columnist Jarrett Bell.
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