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Josh Allen leads Bills past Lions in Thursday night matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:04 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Josh Allen leads Bills past Lions in Thursday night matchup

Summary

The Buffalo Bills defeated the Detroit Lions 41-31 in a Thursday night NFL game, improving their record to 2-0. Josh Allen had a strong performance, completing 23 of 32 passes for 289 yards and three touchdowns, along with 44 rushing yards. Buffalo built a 24-7 lead at halftime, controlling the game and limiting the Lions’ offensive opportunities. Allen praised his teammates for their contributions, stating that it took a team effort to secure the victory. With two consecutive wins to start the season, the Bills are positioning themselves as serious contenders in the AFC.

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By the Numbers

•Buffalo scores 70 points in first two games of the season.
•Allen avoids turnovers, extending drives and leveraging offensive balance.
•Detroit struggled to pressure Allen and keep pace offensively.
•The Bills showcased their depth against a team with NFC championship aspirations.
•Next, Buffalo will aim to maintain momentum as the season progresses.

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12:04 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Allen delivers strong message after Bills make statement against Lions

What they're saying

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Josh Allen and the Bills entered Thursday night with plenty of attention on a heavyweight matchup against Detroit. Buffalo's quarterback made it clear afterward what impressed him most.
— Yahoo Sports

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