Lions and Bills meet in Week 2 of NFL season opener
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Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Detroit Lions and Buffalo Bills, both 1-0, face off in Week 2 on "Thursday Night Football" at Highmark Stadium. Both teams share the best record in the NFL since 2023, standing at 37-15. The last meeting between the Lions and Bills featured a high-scoring contest, with Buffalo edging Detroit 48-42. Detroit aims to recover from a critical loss in the 2023 NFC Championship, while Buffalo faces pressure following a disappointing postseason in 2025. The matchup promises to be an offensive showcase.
- •Lions lead NFL with 37 wins since 2023, seeking first Super Bowl appearance.
- •Bills have not reached the Super Bowl since 1994, despite a strong record.
- •Last matchup ended with Bills winning 48-42, showcasing offensive firepower.
- •The Lions aim to bounce back from a heartbreaking 2023 NFC Championship loss.
- •Both teams enter the game 1-0 this season.
- 1:33 PMCBS NFL — Lions vs. Bills: Is this a battle of teams who blew their best SB window or is it still open in 2026?
"Two of the league's most successful yet snake-bitten teams square off in Week 2 on "Thursday Night Football"
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