Buffalo Bills open new stadium with 41-31 win over Detroit Lions
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Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Buffalo Bills secured a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions in their new stadium opener on Thursday night. Josh Allen made history by becoming the first player to pass for five touchdowns and rush for two in a season's first two games. James Cook bounced back with 135 rushing yards, and Greg Rousseau recorded two sacks. Despite the win, concerns arose from injuries to key players, including Ed Oliver and DJ Moore, and defensive errors that allowed the Lions to stay competitive. The Bills have now defeated the Lions in six straight matchups, with Detroit not winning in Buffalo since 1991.
- •Josh Allen passes for three touchdowns and rushes for two.
- •James Cook rushes for 135 yards and one touchdown.
- •Greg Rousseau contributes two sacks and a forced fumble.
- •DJ Moore leaves the game with a stinger injury.
- •Bills have won six consecutive games against the Lions.
- 4:09 AMYahoo Sports — Allen lights up Bills' new stadium with 41-31 win over Lions
- 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — Buffalo Bills Beat Detroit Lions 41-31: Instant Reactions
"Josh Allen threw a perfect housewarming for Buffalo's brand new NFL stadium as the Bills comfortably beat the Detroit Lions 41-31 on Thursday.Bills legend Bruce Smith then pumped up the crowd with the words "We're going Lion hunting," and Allen took up the call. amz/fox
"Josh Allen makes NFL history and James Cook finds his rhythm as Buffalo overcomes a wave of injuries to dominate Detroit in their electric new stadium opener.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 4:09 AMAllen lights up Bills' new stadium with 41-31 win over Lions
Josh Allen threw a perfect housewarming for Buffalo's brand new NFL stadium as the Bills comfortably beat the Detroit Lions 41-31 on Thursday.Bills legend Bruce Smith then pumped up the crowd with the words "We're going Lion hunting," and Allen took up the call. amz/fox
- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 3:29 AMBuffalo Bills Beat Detroit Lions 41-31: Instant Reactions
Josh Allen makes NFL history and James Cook finds his rhythm as Buffalo overcomes a wave of injuries to dominate Detroit in their electric new stadium opener.
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