Detroit
Lions
1-0
21
FINAL
55
Buffalo
Bills
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 32d ago
In a dominant display, the Buffalo Bills topped the Detroit Lions with a final score of 55-21, firmly establishing their presence as a force to be reckoned with in the early 2026 season. With both teams looking to gain momentum, the Bills seized the opportunity to showcase their offensive prowess and defensive strength in Week 2. Josh Allen led the charge for Buffalo, throwing for three touchdowns and keeping the Lions' defense on their heels. Meanwhile, James Cook III delivered a remarkable performance on the ground, racking up an impressive 241 rushing yards, while Jared Goff of the Lions put up a solid 290 passing yards and found Jameson Williams for 186 receiving yards in a losing effort. Defensively, the Bills were relentless, highlighted by C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s two interceptions that shifted the game’s momentum firmly in Buffalo's favor. Ed Oliver added pressure with a sack, while Greg Rousseau's six tackles helped contain the Lions' offensive attempts. The turning point came when Gardner-Johnson's second interception set up a quick touchdown drive, solidifying the Bills' commanding lead and all but sealing the victory.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jared GoffQB271659%2903493.6
Josh AllenQB8675%21330156.2
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
James Cook IIIHB1924112.7894680
Jahmyr GibbsHB16150.9120120
Khalil ShakirWR166.0—060
Isiah PachecoHB000.0—000
Jameson WilliamsWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Jameson WilliamsWR618631.01432720
DJ MooreWR210552.5231620
James Cook IIIHB16464.0351640
Amon-Ra St. BrownWR33411.381140
Sam LaPortaTE33311.080130
Dalton KincaidTE23216.0101270
Darius SlaytonWR12222.040221
Jahmyr GibbsHB3155.0220190
Dawson KnoxTE11212.040120
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Tyler BassK22762
Jack FoxP0000
Jake BatesK0010