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NFL Week 1 features tight finishes and high-scoring games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 11:54 PM

Last updated Sep 13, 2026

NFL Week 1 features tight finishes and high-scoring games

Summary

Week 1 of the NFL season showcased exciting matchups on Sunday afternoon. The Buffalo Bills edged out the Houston Texans 36-31 in a high-scoring shootout, with both quarterbacks, Josh Allen and C.J. Stroud, performing strongly. The New Orleans Saints made a fierce comeback against the Detroit Lions, ending in a 31-24 overtime thriller that saw the Saints fall short on a two-point conversion attempt. The Pittsburgh Steelers narrowly defeated the Atlanta Falcons with a 20-13 victory, featuring a pivotal pick-six by T.J. Watt. Finally, the Philadelphia Eagles held off the Washington Commanders in a closely contested game that came down to the final plays.

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By the Numbers

•Buffalo Bills win 36-31 over Houston Texans
•New Orleans Saints lose to Detroit Lions 31-24 in overtime
•Pittsburgh Steelers defeat Atlanta Falcons 20-13
•Philadelphia Eagles edge out Washington Commanders in a tight game
•Key performances from quarterbacks Allen, Stroud, and Watt

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NFL Sunday delivered an exciting slate of Week 1 matchups, including several games that came down to the final moments. Here are the five best games from the afternoon slate.
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