Detroit
Lions
1-0
35
FINAL
14
Buffalo
Bills
0-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 3d ago
In a commanding performance, the Detroit Lions defeated the Buffalo Bills 35-14 in Week 2 of the 2026 season. The Lions aimed to establish themselves early in the season, and they did just that, showcasing their offensive prowess against a struggling Bills defense. Jared Goff led the charge for Detroit, throwing for 327 yards and four touchdowns, demonstrating precision and poise throughout the game. Jahmyr Gibbs complemented the passing attack with a strong ground game, rushing for 106 yards, while Amon-Ra St. Brown contributed significantly with 88 receiving yards, making key catches to keep drives alive. Defensively, the Lions made their presence felt, with Aidan Hutchinson recording two sacks that disrupted Buffalo's offensive rhythm. The turning point came in the second quarter when Hutchinson's pressure led to a turnover on downs, allowing Detroit to extend their lead and firmly establish control. Although C.J. Gardner-Johnson of the Bills led the defense with five tackles, it was the Lions' relentless pass rush that proved decisive in this matchup.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jared GoffQB251976%32741140.4
Josh AllenQB22732%1151065.5
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jahmyr GibbsHB201065.3211240
James Cook IIIHB3227.330130
Josh AllenQB11313.0—0130
Khalil ShakirWR177.01070
Sam LaPortaTE000.0—000
Amon-Ra St. BrownWR000.0—000
Isiah PachecoHB1-2-2.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Amon-Ra St. BrownWR48822.0491350
Sam LaPortaTE37324.3541440
Isaac TeSlaaWR57214.4540260
Eric MouldsWR26934.581420
Jahmyr GibbsHB44511.3441250
Calvin JohnsonWR24020.0111340
Dalton KincaidTE12020.0170201
Keon ColemanWR11616.060160
Tyler ConklinTE199.03090
James Cook IIIHB273.57040
DJ MooreWR133.02030
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Jake BatesK0050
Tommy Doman JrP0000
Tyler BassK0020