Detroit
Lions
1-0
42
FINAL
36
Buffalo
Bills
0-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 10h ago
In a thrilling matchup, the Detroit Lions topped the Buffalo Bills with a final score of 42-36 in Week 2 of the 2026 season. This high-stakes contest showcased both teams' explosive offenses, but it was the Lions who ultimately came out on top, improving their early season record. Jared Goff delivered a stellar performance for Detroit, throwing for 412 yards and five touchdowns, effectively leading his team down the field. Jahmyr Gibbs contributed with a strong ground game, racking up 93 rushing yards, while the Lions' receiving corps kept the Bills’ defense on their heels throughout the game. Defensively, the Lions were bolstered by Jack Campbell, who snagged an interception that shifted momentum at a crucial moment. Despite Greg Rousseau leading the Bills with four tackles and Bradley Chubb adding a sack, Buffalo's defense struggled to contain the relentless Lions’ attack. The turning point came when Campbell’s interception allowed Detroit to extend their lead, ultimately securing the victory.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jared GoffQB241771%41250152.7
Josh AllenQB211257%39142101.7
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jahmyr GibbsHB13937.2171550
Josh AllenQB34916.350280
James Cook IIIHB15483.2151170
Isiah PachecoHB111.01010
Dalton KincaidTE000.0—000
Sam LaPortaTE000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Dalton KincaidTE717925.6661690
Jameson WilliamsWR717324.7743530
Amon-Ra St. BrownWR28944.5581650
Sam LaPortaTE48721.8531590
Khalil ShakirWR28542.5281530
James Cook IIIHB16363.0431630
Jahmyr GibbsHB35919.7240390
DJ MooreWR13434.030340
Joshua PalmerWR13030.0141300
Tyler ConklinTE144.01040
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Tyler BassK0040
Jake BatesK0040
Mitch WishnowskyP0000
Jack FoxP0000