Detroit
Lions
1-0
20
FINAL
21
Buffalo
Bills
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 1d ago
In a thrilling Week 2 matchup, the Buffalo Bills narrowly defeated the Detroit Lions with a final score of 21-20. The win was crucial for the Bills as they look to establish momentum early in the season, while the Lions aimed to bounce back from their previous loss. Jared Goff showcased a stellar performance for Detroit, throwing for 256 yards and two touchdowns, connecting well with his top receiver, Jameson Williams, who racked up 104 receiving yards. On the ground, Buffalo's James Cook III led the rushing attack with 82 yards, providing the Bills with a balanced offensive approach that kept the Lions' defense on their toes. Defensively, the game was marked by strong efforts from both teams, but it was the Lions' Derrick Moore who stood out with 1.5 sacks, applying pressure on the Bills' quarterback. However, it was a key interception by the Bills in the fourth quarter that turned the tide, allowing them to maintain their lead and secure the victory. The combination of timely defensive plays and a potent offensive showing ultimately sealed the win for Buffalo.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jared GoffQB261350%25620110.4
Josh AllenQB321753%1470065.4
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
James Cook IIIHB18824.6130100
Jahmyr GibbsHB12534.4181170
Josh AllenQB9515.7241260
Ty JohnsonHB9353.9—191
Ray DavisHB2199.5100140
Jameson WilliamsWR199.0—090
Jared GoffQB263.0—050
Isiah PachecoHB461.5—050
Tyler ConklinTE155.0—050
DJ MooreWR122.0—020
Isaac TeSlaaWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Jameson WilliamsWR310434.7711790
Isaac TeSlaaWR510320.6501460
Khalil ShakirWR66110.2200251
Sam LaPortaTE4389.5230170
DJ MooreWR4338.340121
Dalton KincaidTE4317.850111
James Cook IIIHB11313.0100130
Amon-Ra St. BrownWR11111.040110
Keon ColemanWR188.05080
Brady RussellFB111.0—010
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Charlie SmythK22152
Jack FoxP0000
Jake BatesK0020