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The Bills say O.J. Simpson will not be displayed in the new stadium’s honors area, with team president Pete Guelli calling him not a fit for the venue's family circle. Simpson, a nine-season Bills star and the first NFL back to rush for 2,000 yards in a season, remains a controversial figure due to the 1994 murder case and later legal troubles, and the article notes his death at age 76.
Buffalo Bills fans are venting over Highmark Stadium ticket prices, with the cheapest regular-season seat for the Sept. 17 opener listed at about $702, a price taxpayers helped fund with an $850 million stadium; fans fear affordability will keep them from attending, while resale and demand from a high-profile new venue and strong team performance are cited as driving the surge, with preseason tickets offered as the cheaper alternative for now.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul tried several call-and-response chants to energize fans at the Bills’ ribbon-cutting for their new Highmark Stadium, but the crowd mostly stayed silent, prompting her to acknowledge the moment before continuing with remarks about the stadium and upcoming events.
The Buffalo Bills celebrated the official opening of Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the culmination of a years-long, roughly $2.1 billion construction project largely funded by taxpayers. The new open-air venue seats about 60,000, features a large canopy roof, two video boards and heated concourses, and involved about 10,000 union workers over three years. The project follows the Pegulas’ 2014 purchase of the team and a 2022–2025 build timeline, with the 2025 season serving as a farewell to the old stadium and ongoing hopes for growth in the region despite fan affordability concerns.
The Buffalo Bills will officially open Highmark Stadium with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, highlighting a 60,108-seat open-air venue with a natural grass field and modern concourses. The event will be streamed at 10 a.m. on the Bills’ official social channels and MSG Western New York, with updates available via buffalobills.com and the Bills app. The project is a public-private partnership involving New York State and Erie County, developed with Legends and Populous.
Buffalo will christen its new $2 billion Highmark Stadium by hosting the Detroit Lions on Sept. 17 in Week 2’s Thursday Night Football, the Bills’ first home game at the venue and a Prime Video exclusive, with the NFL schedule set to be released soon.
Buffalo’s 2026 schedule will be released mid‑May amid a new Highmark Stadium and a fresh coaching era. The slate, shaped by NFL rotation and performance-based matchmaking, features eight home games (Dolphins, Patriots, Jets, Chiefs, Chargers, Bears, Lions, Ravens) and nine away (Dolphins, Patriots, Jets, Broncos, Packers, Raiders, Vikings, Texans, Rams), with the opener listed as a Seahawks home Kickoff Game and international games in Australia and Brazil; full dates come with the official release.
The Buffalo Bills revealed renders for three bison statues—bull (27 ft tall, 29 ft long), cow (22 ft tall, 23 ft long), and calf (12 ft tall, 13 ft long)—to anchor the Family Circle at Highmark Stadium. The steel-substructure sculptures, clad in stainless steel, will feature five lighting systems at night and nostril smoke effects. Crafted by Blessing Hancock at ART Research Enterprises in Lancaster, PA, the base area and plaques are already in place as the project nears completion before the stadium opens, symbolizing family and Buffalo pride per Bills executive Frank Cravotta.
The Buffalo Bills are set to play their final game at Highmark Stadium, with heightened security due to emotional significance and concerns over fan behavior, as authorities warn against criminal actions and emphasize safety measures for the game against the New York Jets.
Dion Dawkins writes an emotional letter to Bills fans before the final game at Highmark Stadium, reflecting on his memories, the stadium's significance, and urging fans to make the last game unforgettable, as he prepares to say goodbye to a place that has shaped his NFL journey.
Buffalo Bills fans are sharing their favorite memories from Highmark Stadium, which is hosting its final game before being replaced by a new stadium, marking the end of an era for the iconic venue that has been home to the team since 1973.
The article reflects on the final regular-season game at the original Highmark Stadium for the Buffalo Bills, sharing personal memories and experiences with the team, and looking forward to creating new ones at the upcoming stadium.
The Buffalo Bills aim to finish their final game at Highmark Stadium with a win against the Jets, potentially improving their playoff seeding, but injuries and player workload management could impact their performance. The game also marks the stadium's farewell before moving to a new venue next season.
The Buffalo Bills' final regular season game at Highmark Stadium on January 4, 2026, will feature commemorative giveaways, a farewell video, and appearances by Bills legends, marking the stadium's history with special events and memorabilia as the team prepares to move to a new venue.
The article reflects on the emotional farewell to the old Highmark Stadium, highlighting its significance beyond just a sports venue, as a symbol of community, memories, and the city's resilience, marking the end of an era for Bills fans.