The Buffalo Bills narrowly defeated the Detroit Lions 27-23 in an exciting Week 2 matchup of the 2026 Madden franchise season. Both teams fought hard to improve their early-season standings, but ultimately, Buffalo managed to hold off the Lions' late surge to secure their victory. Offensively, Jared Goff led the charge for the Lions, throwing for 272 yards and two touchdowns. Amon-Ra St. Brown was his primary target, racking up 100 receiving yards in a standout performance. On the ground for the Bills, Josh Allen was a dual-threat, amassing 84 rushing yards, complementing his aerial attack with crucial runs that kept the Lions' defense on their heels. Defensively, the Bills' Dorian Williams was a key factor, leading his team with seven total tackles that helped stymie Detroit's offensive efforts. Meanwhile, the Lions' Roger McCreary managed to disrupt Buffalo's passing game with half a sack. The game's turning point came late in the fourth quarter, where Buffalo's defensive resilience prevented Detroit from capitalizing on a potential game-winning drive, sealing the victory for the Bills.