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Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season kicks off with Thursday Night Football, as the Detroit Lions travel to face the Buffalo Bills at the new Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. The matchup pairs quarterbacks Josh Allen and Jared Goff, with both clubs coming off Week 1 victories and chasing places in the 2027 playoffs and Super Bowl LXI.
When and where
The game is scheduled to begin at 8:15 p.m. ET (5:15 p.m. PT). Fans in Western New York will see a fresh look at the Bills’ renovated home field at Highmark Stadium.
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Allen and Goff will lead offenses that started the season with wins, making this an early measuring point for both teams.
Where to watch and stream
Prime Video holds the national rights to Thursday Night Football, and subscribers can livestream the game through the service. Amazon’s broadcast will also be available on its Twitch channel, offering a free streaming option for viewers.
Local viewers in each team’s market can watch on their respective over-the-air stations at no additional cost. For mobile users, NFL+ provides access to local matchups and primetime games on phones and tablets.
Broadcast lineup
Veteran announcer Al Michaels will return to the TNF booth, paired with analyst Kirk Herbstreit, while Kaylee Hartung handles sideline reporting during the main telecast.
Charissa Thompson leads the pregame, halftime and postgame studio coverage. Analysts on that panel include Tony Gonzalez, Richard Sherman, Ryan Fitzpatrick and Andrew Whitworth.
Taylor Rooks will produce feature pieces with leading players, and James Palmer will deliver broader league reporting. Marshawn Lynch’s recurring “N ’Yo City” segments are scheduled to return as part of the show.
Spanish-language coverage
Prime Video will offer a Spanish-language broadcast for the game, featuring announcer Miguel Gurwitz and analyst Rolando Cantú for viewers who prefer coverage en Español.
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