Bills unveil live mascot Bruce the Baby Bison during TNF game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:04 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Buffalo Bills debuted their new live mascot, Bruce the Baby Bison, at Highmark Stadium for Thursday Night Football against the Lions. The event marks the Bills' first home game at their new stadium, designed to enhance fan experience with festivities including a halftime show from OneRepublic. Clips of Bruce arriving at the stadium have gained attention on social media. It remains to be seen whether Bruce will appear in future games or if he is solely part of the stadium's opening festivities.
- •Bruce the Baby Bison made his debut before the Bills' home opener.
- •The Bills are showcasing the new Highmark Stadium this season.
- •Festivities include a halftime show by OneRepublic.
- •Bruce was transported from Maple Ridge Bison Ranch for the event.
- •Social media buzzed with clips of Bruce's arrival at the stadium.
- 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — Watch as Bills' new live mascot, 'Bruce the Baby Bison,' arrives outside of Highmark Stadium for TNF
"Buffalo is going all-out for its first home game at its new stadium, bringing a real baby bison.
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