It was over when
Rian Lindell kicked a 21-yard field goal, giving the Bills a 16-13 lead with just under two minutes to go. Lions wide receiver Kevin Kasper fumbled the ensuing kick return. The Bills recovered and ran out the clock for the win.
Game balls
Detroit quarterback J.T. O'Sullivan went the distance, playing the entire game for the Lions. He went 15-of-26 for 175 yards and one touchdown. Buffalo rookie QB Trent Edwards went 18-of-24 for 182 yards. He didn't throw a touchdown, but he did lead the Bills 90 yards on 15 plays to set up the game-winning field goal.
Key stat
Both teams clearly used this game to get a good look at all of their receivers. Buffalo's quarterbacks spread the ball to 14 different receivers for a total of 254 yards. The Lions threw to 11 different players for a total of 164 yards. Bills wide receiver Justin Jenkins led both teams with five catches for 56 yards.
Noteworthy
Bills starting quarterback J.P. Losman only played one series, but went 5-of-6 for 43 yards.
