Bills open NFL season with dramatic comeback over Ravens
TOI World Desk | TOI Global Desk | Sep 08, 2025, 23:42 IST
Highlight of the story: The Buffalo Bills staged a thrilling 41–40 comeback win over the Baltimore Ravens in the 2025 NFL season opener. Josh Allen led the charge with four total touchdowns, while rookie Keon Coleman impressed in his debut. Despite a strong performance by Derrick Henry, Buffalo’s late rally sealed the dramatic victory.
The 2025 NFL season kicked off with fireworks as the Buffalo Bills defeated the Baltimore Ravens in a nail-biting 41–40 victory at Orchard Park, New York. The Sunday night saw the Bills overturn a 15-point deficit in the final quarter, delivering a comeback that instantly set the tone for the season. Buffalo quarterback and reigning MVP Josh Allen led the charge with a remarkable performance, completing 33 of 46 passes for 394 yards and two touchdowns. He also added two rushing scores, surpassing Hall of Famer Thurman Thomas for the most rushing touchdowns in franchise history with 66.
The final minutes of the game were the decisive moment. Starting at their own 20-yard line with just 1:26 remaining, Allen scored flawlessly. He connected on deep passes to Joshua Palmer and rookie Keon Coleman, moving the ball swiftly into field goal range. After strategically running down the clock, kicker Matt Prater sealed the win with a clutch 32-yard field goal as the time ran out. Rookie wide receiver Keon Coleman recorded eight receptions for 112 yards and a touchdown. James Cook contributed a rushing score, while Dalton Kincaid added a touchdown catch to complete Buffalo’s offensive showcase.
On the other side, the Ravens had plenty of firepower. Star running back Derrick Henry rushed for 169 yards and two touchdowns, climbing to the sixth on the NFL’s all-time rushing touchdown list with 108, surpassing the legendary Jim Brown. Quarterback Lamar Jackson delivered a solid dual-threat performance, throwing for 209 yards and two touchdowns, while also running in for a score. Rookie Zay Flowers caught seven catches for 143 yards and a touchdown, and DeAndre Hopkins added a spectacular one-handed 29-yard touchdown grab.
Despite controlling much of the game and leading comfortably into the fourth quarter, the Ravens lost due to Henry and Allen’s late-game heroics. The loss was a bitter pill for Baltimore, who appeared to be cruising before Buffalo's stunning turnaround. As season openers go, this clash delivered everything football fans crave i.e. momentum shifts, star performances, and a down-to-the-wire finish. If this game is any indication, the 2025 NFL season is going to be one to remember.
The final minutes of the game were the decisive moment. Starting at their own 20-yard line with just 1:26 remaining, Allen scored flawlessly. He connected on deep passes to Joshua Palmer and rookie Keon Coleman, moving the ball swiftly into field goal range. After strategically running down the clock, kicker Matt Prater sealed the win with a clutch 32-yard field goal as the time ran out. Rookie wide receiver Keon Coleman recorded eight receptions for 112 yards and a touchdown. James Cook contributed a rushing score, while Dalton Kincaid added a touchdown catch to complete Buffalo’s offensive showcase.
On the other side, the Ravens had plenty of firepower. Star running back Derrick Henry rushed for 169 yards and two touchdowns, climbing to the sixth on the NFL’s all-time rushing touchdown list with 108, surpassing the legendary Jim Brown. Quarterback Lamar Jackson delivered a solid dual-threat performance, throwing for 209 yards and two touchdowns, while also running in for a score. Rookie Zay Flowers caught seven catches for 143 yards and a touchdown, and DeAndre Hopkins added a spectacular one-handed 29-yard touchdown grab.
Despite controlling much of the game and leading comfortably into the fourth quarter, the Ravens lost due to Henry and Allen’s late-game heroics. The loss was a bitter pill for Baltimore, who appeared to be cruising before Buffalo's stunning turnaround. As season openers go, this clash delivered everything football fans crave i.e. momentum shifts, star performances, and a down-to-the-wire finish. If this game is any indication, the 2025 NFL season is going to be one to remember.