Allen's 5 TDs lead Bills to 41-31 win in new stadium debut

Josh Allen delivered a historic five-touchdown performance to lead the Buffalo Bills to a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions in the first regular-season game at the team's new Highmark Stadium on Thursday night. The win improved the Bills' record to 2-0, while the Lions fell to 1-1. Allen threw for three touchdowns and ran for two more, accounting for all five of Buffalo's touchdowns. He completed 20 of 31 passes for 248 yards and added 69 rushing yards on 14 carries. The performance marked Allen's fourth career game with at least five total touchdowns. The Bills' offense was dominant from the start, scoring touchdowns on their first four possessions and building a 27-10 halftime lead. Buffalo outgained Detroit 446-355, was a perfect 5-for-5 in the red zone, and converted 9 of 12 third-down attempts. Running back James Cook provided strong support with 135 yards on 21 carries, including a 1-yard touchdown run that sealed the victory with 2:50 remaining. Allen's first touchdown came on a 1-yard run just over five minutes into the game.