Detroit
Lions
1-0
21
FINAL
13
Buffalo
Bills
0-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 22d ago
In a tightly contested matchup, the Detroit Lions outlasted the Buffalo Bills with a final score of 21-13, securing their second win of the season. The stakes were high in this Week 2 showdown, as both teams aimed to establish momentum early in the 2026 campaign. Malik Willis starred for the Lions, throwing for 226 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his ability to lead the offense effectively. De'Von Achane contributed significantly with 88 receiving yards, helping to stretch the field and keep the Bills' defense on their toes. Meanwhile, Jeremiyah Love of the Bills made a strong impact on the ground, rushing for 127 yards, but it wasn't enough to tip the scales in Buffalo's favor. The defensive effort from the Lions played a crucial role in their victory. Calais Campbell led the charge with three total tackles, while Derick Hall recorded a pivotal sack that disrupted the Bills' rhythm. The turning point came in the fourth quarter when Jacob Rodriguez intercepted a pass, but the Lions' defense held firm, ultimately sealing the game and handing the Bills their first loss of the season.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Malik WillisQB211676%22632110.4
Cam WardQB20840%950134.3
Kaytron AllenHB11100%1100112.5
De'Von AchaneHB02—000—
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jeremiyah LoveHB141279.1241670
Malik WillisQB22110.530180
De'Von AchaneHB8101.3140110
Kaytron AllenHB133.03030
Trey PalmerWR000.0—000
David NjokuTE000.0—000
Troy FranklinWR000.0—000
Cole KmetTE000.0—000
Cam WardQB100.0—000
Ray DavisHB1-2-2.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
De'Von AchaneHB48822.0971500
David NjokuTE34214.0380160
Troy FranklinWR44210.5401170
DK MetcalfWR4328.0180131
Chimere DikeWR22914.5180220
Nico CollinsWR12828.050280
Noah FantTE11818.020180
Chris BellWR2178.550120
Marvin Harrison JrWR11313.060130
Cole KmetTE11010.0111100
Dawson KnoxTE177.08070
Reggie GilliamFB166.09060
Jeremiyah LoveHB166.013060
Tez JohnsonWR000.0—001
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Jason MyersK0030
Will ReichardK22152