Joe Brady leads Buffalo Bills to franchise's first 2-0 start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 4:01 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

On September 17, 2026, Joe Brady made history as the first head coach of the Buffalo Bills to win his first two games, following a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions. This milestone came during Buffalo's home opener at the new Highmark Stadium. Previous head coaches had struggled, with only three winning their opening games but losing the following week. Brady's successful start marks a significant moment for the franchise, which has seen 19 different head coaches since its inception in 1960. As the season progresses, questions remain about how Brady will continue to lead this team.
- •Buffalo Bills defeat Detroit Lions 41-31 on September 17, 2026.
- •Joe Brady is the first Bills head coach to start 2-0.
- •This is the first regular-season game at Highmark Stadium.
- •19 different coaches have led the Bills since 1960.
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"Joe Brady is the first head coach in Buffalo Bills history to win each of his first two games
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