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Bills start season 2-0 despite allowing over 30 points in each game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 6:50 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Bills start season 2-0 despite allowing over 30 points in each game
Summary

The Buffalo Bills have opened the 2026 NFL season with back-to-back victories, defeating the Texans 36-31 and the Lions 41-31. This start marks the third time in NFL history that a team has begun 2-0 while allowing more than 30 points in each game. Previous teams to achieve this include the 2000 Rams and the 1991 Bills. The Bills' offense has excelled, but concerns about their defense remain evident as they have allowed a total of 62 points across both games. Moving forward, the Bills will look to address their defensive issues while sustaining their offensive momentum.

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  • •Bills win against Texans 36-31 and Lions 41-31.
  • •Third team to start 2-0 while giving up 30+ points in both games.
  • •Previous similar teams include the 2000 Rams and 1991 Bills.
  • •Offense shows strength with high scoring, defensive concerns persist.
  • •Next game will test their ability to improve defensively.
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  • 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Bills are third team ever to start 2-0 while giving up more than 30 points in both games
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The Bills have started the season with two wins over two teams that entered the season as favorites to win their divisions.

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