Bills to Open New Stadium on ‘Thursday Night Football’ vs Super Bowl Contender
Summary
The Buffalo Bills closed their old stadium in January 2026 after 52 years and will open a new $2.2 billion stadium in September 2026. Their first game in the new stadium will be a Thursday Night Football game against the Detroit Lions, a team expected to be a strong competitor next season.Key Facts
- The old Bills stadium was used from 1973 to 2026 and had several name changes.
- The new stadium cost $2.2 billion and is located in Orchard Park, New York.
- It will seat over 60,000 fans, with 65% of seats under a covered canopy.
- The playing field will have natural grass.
- The Bills’ first game in the new stadium is set for Sept. 17, 2026, against the Detroit Lions.
- The game will be broadcast exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.
- The Detroit Lions had a 9-8 record last season and are considered potential Super Bowl contenders for 2026.
- The Bills have won their last four home openers, scoring an average of 38.5 points per game.
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