Everything Bills fans can expect for game day when Buffalo hosts Detroit for the first game at Highmark Stadium.
When is the game: Sept. 17 vs. Lions on Prime Video at 8:15 p.m. BUY TICKETS.
Game Partner: Highmark
- Highmark Community MVP
- Honoree: United Way of Buffalo & Erie County
Game Theme: Inaugural Season
- Bills players will wear an Inaugural Season patch on their home jersey
Legend of the Game: Bruce Smith
U.S. National Anthem: Auli'i Cravahalo
- Auliʻi Cravalho is an American actress and singer who made her acting debut as the lead voice of the Disney animated film, Moana where she reprised the role in the movie's sequel in 2024. She has been nominated and won several awards, including Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards "Favorite Female Voice from an Animated Movie" for her work in Moana 2. You may also recognize Auliʻi from her roles on Broadway, television series, and video games.
Canadian Anthem: Barenaked Ladies
- Barenaked Ladies is a Canadian rock band from Scarborough, Ontario. Comprised of Ed Robertson, Jim Creeggan, Tyler Stewart, and Kevin Hearns, the band was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2018. Barenaked Ladies received Grammy nominations for their hits "One Week" and "Pinch Me" and has won eight Juno Awards.
Pregame Ceremony: Ownership Celebration
- Field Banners: STMs, USA/Canada Flags, Inaugural Season Banner
Halftime: OneRepublic
- OneRepublic will headline the first-ever halftime performance at the Bills' new home when Buffalo hosts the Detroit Lions for the 2026 home opener on Thursday, Sept. 17. Thursday Night Football on Prime Video will carry the game and a portion of OneRepublic's halftime performance live on broadcast. More details.
- Ticketmaster PixMob Bracelets
Foundation 50/50
Legends in attendance: Bruce Smith, Stevie Christie, Fred Jackson, Stevie Johnson, Aaron Williams, Jerry Ostroski, John Fina, Jehuu Caulcrick, Ruben Brown, Mike Lodish, Thomas Smith, Jeff Nixon
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Take an exclusive look at the best 50 photos from the Buffalo Bills 36-31 win against the Houston Texans on September 13th, 2026.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
Houston Texans vs Buffalo Bills, Regular Season, September 13, 2026 at Reliant Stadium.
