The Buffalo Bills continued their strong start to the 2026 NFL season with a convincing 36-10 win over the Baltimore Ravens at Highmark Stadium on Tuesday night. The victory lifts the Bills to a 6-1 record, keeping them near the top of the AFC East and reinforcing their status as a serious playoff contender.
First half: A close contest
Buffalo opened the game with a quick drive that resulted in a 16-7 lead at halftime. Josh Allen connected with his receivers for a series of short passes that set up a field goal and a touchdown pass, while the Ravens managed to answer with a single score of their own. The first half was competitive, but the Bills already showed the offensive rhythm that would define the second half.
Second half: Bills take control
After the break, the Bills exploded offensively, adding 20 points while holding the Ravens to just a field goal. Allen threw for 289 yards and two touchdowns, adding a rushing touchdown of his own. His performance also gave him the franchise milestone of becoming the all‑time leader in touchdown passes, surpassing Hall of Famer Jim Kelly.
The defense stepped up as well, recording four sacks and forcing three turnovers. Baltimore was limited to 144 total yards, a testament to the Bills’ aggressive pass rush and disciplined secondary. The combination of a high‑powered offense and a stifling defense left the Ravens unable to mount a comeback.
Key players and statistics
- Josh Allen: 289 passing yards, 2 passing TDs, 1 rushing TD; became the Bills’ all‑time leader in touchdown passes.
- Bill Defense: 4 sacks, 3 takeaways, held Ravens to 144 total yards.
- Ravens: Managed only 10 points, with a single field goal in the second half.
Looking ahead
The Bills’ next challenge comes on Monday night, November 9, when they travel to Minnesota to face the Vikings. With a 6-1 record and momentum from a dominant win, Buffalo will look to continue its push for a top seed in the AFC.
Fans in Buffalo can celebrate the impressive performance while keeping an eye on the upcoming road test in Minneapolis. The team’s blend of veteran leadership and emerging talent suggests that the Bills are well‑positioned to contend for the conference title as the season progresses.
Original reporting: WESB (Bradford) — read the source article.
