‘Thurman Thomas rushed for 86 yards and a touchdown in the first game of his NFL career, and a Buffalo defense missing suspended star Bruce Smith compiled six sacks, led by Art Still’s 2.5. A sellout crowd celebrated the Bills’ first season-opening win since 1982, part of an unbeaten home slate that culminated in an AFC East division title (and torn-down goal posts). Coming off an appearance in the NFC championship game, the Vikings finished 11-5 in ’88.’