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Buffalo Bills celebrate Highmark Stadium opener with key giveaway

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:17 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Summary

The Buffalo Bills hosted the Detroit Lions in their first home game at Highmark Stadium on September 18, 2026, winning 41-31. Fans were welcomed with a commemorative gold key, a pin, and a message celebrating the new venue, part of the franchise's transition to the $2.1 billion facility in Orchard Park. The Bills raced to a 21-0 lead and led 27-10 at halftime with notable performances, including over 100 rushing yards from James Cook. This event marks the start of a new chapter for the team, with the new stadium seating 60,108 fans, approximately 10,000 fewer than the former venue. Pepsi also participated in the festivities by distributing free cans featuring Bills artwork at the tailgate.

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By the Numbers

•Buffalo Bills open Highmark Stadium against the Detroit Lions on September 18.
•Bills led 27-10 at halftime after scoring on their first four drives.
•Commemorative keys were gifted to fans as a keepsake of the inaugural game.
•James Cook rushed for over 100 yards in the team's victory.
•Highmark Stadium is a $2.1 billion new home for the Bills.

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12:17 PMYahoo Sports — Buffalo Bills gift fans amazing ‘key to stadium’ for official Highmark opener

What they're saying

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A gold-colored key, a stadium pin and a printed note greeted the sold-out crowd before Buffalo beat the Detroit Lions 41-31 in Orchard Park.
— Yahoo Sports

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