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Lions fans respond to Bills Mafia with hot tub tailgate at Highmark Stadium

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 2:33 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Lions fans respond to Bills Mafia with hot tub tailgate at Highmark Stadium

Summary

The Detroit Lions will face the Buffalo Bills in Thursday Night Football at Highmark Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET. Currently, the Lions hold a 1-0 record after a close 31-30 overtime victory against the New Orleans Saints in Week 1. In a show of spirit, Lions fans known as the 'Tubgaters' brought a hot tub to the tailgate, marking their presence at the new venue. Lions coach Dan Campbell emphasized the need to stop Bills quarterback Josh Allen and maintain composure in the electrifying atmosphere.

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By the Numbers

•Lions are currently 1-0 after an overtime win against the Saints.
•Kickoff for the Lions vs. Bills is set for 8:15 p.m. ET.
•Fans from Detroit brought a hot tub to the stadium for tailgating.
•Lions coach Dan Campbell focuses on stopping Josh Allen's offense.

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2:33 AMYahoo Sports — Lions Fans Bring Perfect Response To Bills Mafia

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On Thursday Night Football in front of a nationally televised audience, the Detroit Lions will attempt to do something they’ve never done in the Dan Campbell era – win their first two games of a season.The Lions are 1-0 after their nail-biting 31-30 OT win over the New Orleans Saints in Week 1 at Ford […] The post Lions Fans Bring Perfect Response To Bills Mafia appeared first on HEAVY.
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