Detroit
Lions
0-1
40
FINAL
48
Buffalo
Bills
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 58d ago
In a thrilling Week 2 matchup, the Buffalo Bills outlasted the Detroit Lions with a final score of 48-40, showcasing their offensive firepower and solidifying their early-season momentum. Both teams brought their A-game, but it was the Bills who ultimately emerged victorious, keeping their playoff aspirations alive with this critical win. Buffalo's offense was on full display, led by quarterback Jordan Love, who threw for 242 yards and connected for a touchdown. However, the true star was running back Jonathan Taylor, who tore through the Lions' defense for an impressive 228 rushing yards, adding two touchdowns to his tally. Stefon Diggs also made his mark, racking up 147 receiving yards, providing crucial support as the Bills pushed downfield. Defensively, the Bills made key plays at critical moments, particularly with Mekhi Blackmon's two interceptions that shifted the momentum in their favor. Terrel Bernard's five tackles helped contain the Lions' offensive threats, while Nick Herbig's sack was a pivotal moment, stalling a potential scoring drive. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Blackmon's second interception sealed the game, allowing Buffalo to maintain their lead and secure the win.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jordan LoveQB17953%24220137.4
Cole PaytonQB301343%1572168.3
Daniel JonesQB15960%1281270.2
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jonathan TaylorHB242289.51024560
RJ HarveyHB914716.383540
Jaylen WarrenHB3206.79090
Cole PaytonQB11414.0—0140
Daniel JonesQB122.0—020
Stefon DiggsWR000.0—000
Theo JohnsonTE000.0—001
George KittleTE000.0—000
Luther Burden IIIWR000.0—000
Jordan AddisonWR1-1-1.03000
Gardner MinshewQB1-1-1.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Stefon DiggsWR314749.01102820
Jaxon Smith-NjigbaWR69115.2162280
Theo JohnsonTE45513.881240
RJ HarveyHB55010.0250200
Luther Burden IIIWR44511.340180
Justin JeffersonWR14242.0—0420
Marvin Mims JrWR22412.0140220
Jonathan TaylorHB22211.080140
Jalin HyattWR12020.030200
George KittleTE2168.080110
Gunnar HelmTE11515.010150
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Bryan AngerP0000
Evan McPhersonK0040
Michael DicksonP0000
Andres BorregalesK22621