Allen 5 TDs, Bills 41-31
Josh Allen accounted for five touchdowns — three passing and two rushing — as the Buffalo Bills opened Highmark Stadium with a 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions. James Cook added a 134-yard rushing day, and Allen scored the first touchdown in the new stadium on a one-yard rush.
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Lions to fix defensive issues
After the 41-31 loss at Buffalo, the Detroit Lions turned attention to defensive corrections. Detroit fell behind early but mounted a late rally; coaches said the staff will review coverage and tackling breakdowns ahead of their next game to prevent similar fast starts by opponents.
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Patriots add veteran QB Hoyer
The New England Patriots signed veteran quarterback Brian Hoyer to the active roster, bringing an experienced backup into the room after Jarrett Stidham began the season on injured reserve. Hoyer returns for another stint in New England and will back up rookie Mac Jones while Stidham recovers.
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Aaron Donald plans return Monday
Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald said he plans to play Monday night against the New York Giants after not traveling with the team to Australia for the season opener. Donald, who rejoined the Rams this summer, used the extra preparation time and is expected to make his season debut on Monday.
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Texans lose Nico Collins to hamstring
Houston ruled out WR Nico Collins after he injured a hamstring in Wednesday practice. Collins missed Thursday and Friday workouts and was listed out for Week 2, a setback to the Texans’ receiving corps; team doctors indicated the injury isn’t believed to be long-term but will sideline him for the upcoming game.
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Jets final Week 2 report
The New York Jets released their Week 2 availability: S Minkah Fitzpatrick (groin) was ruled out and WR Omar Cooper Jr. (ankle) also out. Edge Will McDonald IV was listed questionable but expected to play; rookie CB D’Angelo Ponds is set to make his NFL debut against Green Bay.
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Browns add WR Jimmy Horn Jr.
The Cleveland Browns signed wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. to the practice squad and released Kole Wilson to open a spot. Horn, recently waived by Carolina, adds depth at receiver and special-teams flexibility as Cleveland adjusts its practice-squad roster ahead of Week 2.
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Bowers practices but doubtful
Raiders tight end Brock Bowers returned to practice Friday but was listed doubtful for Week 2 as he continues to work back from knee surgery. Coach Klint Kubiak said the team will evaluate him pregame; Bowers missed Week 1 but took part in Friday’s session while wearing a sleeve.
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Vikings rule out Kyler Murray
The Minnesota Vikings announced QB Kyler Murray is out Sunday with a concussion; Carson Wentz will start in his place. The move came on Sep. 18 as the team finalized Week 2 availability and adjusted its quarterback plans ahead of the Bears matchup.
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