Detroit
Lions
0-1
45
FINAL
32
Buffalo
Bills
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 19d ago
In a thrilling Week 2 matchup of the 2026 season, the Detroit Lions topped the Buffalo Bills 45-32, showcasing their offensive firepower. With both teams looking to establish early momentum, this game had playoff implications written all over it, making the victory even more significant for the Lions. Jared Goff had a standout performance, throwing for four touchdown passes, while Jahmyr Gibbs dominated on the ground with an impressive 160 rushing yards. DJ Moore of the Bills also shined brightly, racking up 206 receiving yards, but it wasn't enough to keep pace with Detroit's explosive offense. The Lions' ability to score quickly and effectively proved to be the difference-maker in this high-scoring affair. On the defensive side, Aidan Hutchinson was a key factor for Detroit, recording two sacks that disrupted the Bills' rhythm throughout the game. The turning point came late in the third quarter when Sean Murphy-Bunting intercepted a Josh Allen pass, halting a potential comeback and allowing the Lions to extend their lead. With both teams showing offensive prowess, it was the Lions' defensive plays that ultimately sealed their victory.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Josh AllenQB392256%3852375.2
Jared GoffQB201680%24040156.2
Isaac TeSlaaWR01—000—
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jahmyr GibbsHB171609.4222650
James Cook IIIHB89111.4572790
Isiah PachecoHB7334.770280
Sione VakiHB177.02070
Josh AllenQB252.52030
Ray DavisHB144.01040
Ty JohnsonHB000.0—000
Isaac TeSlaaWR000.0—001
Dalton KincaidTE000.0—000
George PickensWR000.0—001
Skyler BellWR000.0—000
Jared GoffQB1-1-1.0—000
Jameson WilliamsWR1-4-4.01000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
DJ MooreWR720629.4552800
Jahmyr GibbsHB58116.2512280
George PickensWR47919.8380260
Skyler BellWR47318.3230210
James Cook IIIHB45112.8250210
Amon-Ra St. BrownWR24321.5310310
Brock WrightTE13939.0101390
Khalil ShakirWR4369.0180130
Brandin CooksWR12424.030241
Sam LaPortaTE3248.081140
Dalton KincaidTE2157.520101
Jameson WilliamsWR2157.5190110
Kendrick LawWR11414.020140
Dawson KnoxTE144.02040
Isaac TeSlaaWR100.04000
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Tyler BassK22243
Jake BatesK11622