The NFL season kicked off with a record-breaking opening Sunday, marking the highest number of points scored since the league merger in 1970. The Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens, considered AFC Conference favourites, both secured wins.
The Chicago Bears made a significant statement, racking up 59 points in a 59-37 road victory against the Carolina Panthers. This game was the highest-scoring week one game in NFL history and Chicago's highest score since 1980.
The Buffalo Bills, with new head coach Joe Brady, started their season with a 36-31 win over the Houston Texans. Quarterback Josh Allen ran for two touchdowns and passed for two more, including a 34-yard throw to Joshua Palmer to clinch the win.
Elsewhere, the Baltimore Ravens, under new head coach Jesse Minter, defeated the Indianapolis Colts 41-23. Zay Flowers had five catches for a career-high 150 yards and a touchdown in the first half, though he later missed the second half due to a hamstring injury.