Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen under center.Bryan Bennett / Getty ImagesFOR SUBSCRIBERSBuffalo Bills: 2026 NFL Kickoff GuideWelcome to the NFL Kickoff Guide powered by NBC Sports. Our expert researchers created a guide to the most important stats and storylines for all 32 teams this upcoming season. Aug. 26, 2026, 5:00 AM EDTBy NBC SportsWill a new stadium and new coach finally get the Bills over the hump? Buffalo made the controversial decision to fire head coach Sean McDermott, handing the keys to former offensive coordinator Joe Brady, who is now tasked with leading Josh Allen and team to the Super Bowl after seven straight early playoff exits.The season kicks off on Wednesday, September 9, with the New England Patriots facing the Seattle Seahawks in a Super Bowl LX rematch. Live coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. And visit NBC Sports for full NFL coverage.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.