Have you ever been to a Bills home game in Buffalo?

[SinceThe70s]

Yes, but not nearly enough. But so far I'm undefeated:

 

11/15/1998: 13-10 vs. Patriots - post game highlight was going to the Big Tree Inn after the game and seeing Bruce and others

11/12/2000: 20-3 vs. Bears - fiance/wife-to-be surprised me with a birthday trip. Didn't realize at the time it was a bait and switch and wouldn't make it back until:

09/24/2017: 26-16 vs. Broncos - with the whole family. I think it was recorded as the hottest Bills home game ever. 

[Chandler#81]

From the Rockpile (Buffalo) To Orchard Park, more than I care to count. But my daughter hasn’t been. She was too young during the SB years when I took my son to many unforgettable games, then we moved to Florida. Son & I get back nearly every year for a September game, but daughter has never missed a Bills game in Miami, where she lives, or here in Jax. She/we were so hoping the September 20th game would be a Home Game as we’ll all be in town for a family wedding and she’d finally see a Home game. Not only are they away that Sunday, they’re in her backyard @ the Fish. So she’ll miss that too.. Now, our only hope is the Super Bowl in Tampa for this season.

[RiotAct]

yup.  Very fortunate that my uncle has season tix (he’s had ‘em since 1981).   Been to probably 30-35 games in my lifetime.

[BillsfanAZ]

I have been going to home and away games since I was a kid. I remember going to watch the Bills in the Astrodome, LA Colliseum, and more recently here is AZ. I dont get to home games as often anymore. Maybe a game every other year.  

[Mr. WEO]

4 hours ago, KD in CA said:

Better question would be, "have you ever been to a Bills home game outside of Buffalo"?

 

How about a Steelers home game in Buffalo?

 

 

9/30/01:  place was filled with swinging terrible towels to watch the worst QB matchup/showdown in history:  Cordell Stewart vs Rod Johnson.

 

[Augie]

50 minutes ago, Chandler#81 said:

From the Rockpile (Buffalo) To Orchard Park, more than I care to count. But my daughter hasn’t been. She was too young during the SB years when I took my son to many unforgettable games, then we moved to Florida. Son & I get back nearly every year for a September game, but daughter has never missed a Bills game in Miami, where she lives, or here in Jax. She/we were so hoping the September 20th game would be a Home Game as we’ll all be in town for a family wedding and she’d finally see a Home game. Not only are they away that Sunday, they’re in her backyard @ the Fish. So she’ll miss that too.. Now, our only hope is the Super Bowl in Tampa for this season.

 

That works! It’s also the best time of the year to watch a game in Tampa! Throw your clout around and make that happen! 

[Seasons1992]

5 minutes ago, Mr. WEO said:

Rod Johnson.

 

I forgot about ol' Rod.........the evil twin brother of Rob. 

You are also incorrect. The worst QB matchup ever was............

 

https://www.espn.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/9699/rapid-reaction-browns-6-bills-3

[notwoz]

Haven't been to a Bills game, home or away, since I left WNY in 1983. Before then, I went to a half-dozen or so games in Orchard Park. 

[El Guapo]

We live in Alabama, but we go when we can.  Had seasons from 2001 - 2013. Would go to two or three and sell the rest. When I bought the season, the rep told me I was the only season ticket holder in Alabama. 

[Artem Lipatov]

I have never been at NFL game.  I watch every Bills game on internet for many years. And it's my dream to watch Bills game alive at Buffalo stadium someday. I was planning this autumn but I feel coronavirus  will hinder my plans  and my American visa will expire((  . 

 I was in USA 1 time and it was football offseason.  I visited NHL game at the stadium of Anaheim and I bought a ticket for NBA Lakers - Golden State  and fell asleep due to jetlag - it was 1st day after long flight Moscow - Istanbul - LA - Oakland. When I woke up I was very angry I missed this game ((.  

[stinky finger]

4 hours ago, KD in CA said:

Better question would be, "have you ever been to a Bills home game outside of Buffalo"?

 

I thought all New York teams played football in New Joysy? 

[DD4Bills]

Yep...but not since 1975.

[LewPort71]

I have been to about 25 to 35 games. Many at the Rockpile.

My favorite event was when Jim Kelly's number was retired. Emotions at the Ralph

were incredible. 

[Gonzonzo]

I am from argentina.

Never went to a bills game  at home or away, (actually I never went to US or see a football game in a stadium) but I hope can go next year!

 

 

[Mr. WEO]

54 minutes ago, Seasons1992 said:

 

I forgot about ol' Rod.........the evil twin brother of Rob. 

You are also incorrect. The worst QB matchup ever was............

 

https://www.espn.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/9699/rapid-reaction-browns-6-bills-3

 

Sorry,  Rod Johnson was my stage name in the adult film business.

 

 

But yeah, that was a bad game too, I didn't see it in person.  I remember Stewart tossing 10 yard out patterns 2-3 yards short.  It was like he was competing in the shot put.

[Mark Vader]

I have only been to two Bills home games and the first time I went was the 2018 home opener.

 

Also, that was the first time I had ever been to city of Buffalo.

[njbuff]

Who knows, maybe soon enough we will see home games in...........

 

BUFFALO.

[Jerome007]

The Bills are 6-1 in t he games I've been to. But it's been years. It's a 9 hour drive. I need to save money as I'd bring my sons now. I sure plan to go again though!

 

That circle pissing ha ha. I had forgotten that, erased that from my memory. It's still there? Damn

 

 

[SinceThe70s]

2 hours ago, Mr. WEO said:

 

How about a Steelers home game in Buffalo?

 

 

9/30/01:  place was filled with swinging terrible towels to watch the worst QB matchup/showdown in history:  Cordell Stewart vs Rod Johnson.

 

 

Not to derail the thread but I went to a Steelers home game at Met Life against the Jets last season.  Good for that fan base to take over a stadium.

 

But while I hate the Jets and have no real hate for the Steelers I wanted to see the Steeler fans go home sad that day. Takes a lot for me to root against the team playing the Jets.

[Seasons1992]

2 hours ago, Mr. WEO said:

Sorry,  Rod Johnson was my stage name in the adult film business.

 

21 minutes ago, SinceThe70s said:

 

Not to derail the thread but I went to a Steelers home game at Met Life against the Jets last season.  Good for that fan base to take over a stadium.

 

But while I hate the Jets and have no real hate for the Steelers I wanted to see the Steeler fans go home sad that day. Takes a lot for me to root against the team playing the Jets.

 

I went to the 2011 AFC Championship, Steelers-Jets.

 

The Ketchup Bottle was cold that night, my friends. No old person would have sent soup back that day because it would have been frozen. 0 degrees at kickoff. Lots of Jet fans, but obviously sold out and a great time nonetheless. I'll say it........the Jet fans were really respectful of their place and time. No issues in the stands whatsoever. Outside of Spurs-Watford in Wembley, it was the most organized large sports gathering I've ever seen.

[BillsNutHawaii]

7 hours ago, Circlethewagon8404 said:

It's definitely on my bucket list.  I've never stepped foot in the city.  Once I retire from the military, my plan is to make it up there.  I've been to several away games though.

 

I’ll wish you an early welcome to the “retirement team.” I just retired myself in January (26 years) and haven’t been to a Bills game since 1988 (Raiders at Bills - an extremely cold game).   I’ll have to fly in from Hawaii but it will be worth it.  PS - you’re gonna love retirement more than you realize.  Good luck to you !  And thanks for your service (LOL, now I can finally say it to someone).

[Florida Bills Fanatic]

It would also be interesting to see how many of us have been to a Bills road game.  Probably a surprisingly large percent.

[First Round Bust]

three games at the old War Memorial (Rockpile) including season opener against Cowboys, and the final game ever (21-21 tie against Lions)

three games at Rich in the 1970s including the one where OJ and Braxton ran for over 100 yards each against the Dolphins and we lost 17-0, first and goal from the one and we dont score.

road games in Baltimore against Ravens.

Skipping to two games home games recently one with family and the other was against the Skins this past season as my buddies here in DC wanted to experience the Bills game day tailgating as well as see some of the area...Letchworth Park is known as the Grand Canyon of the East, be sure you make a side trip and experience its beauty.

[Bob in STL]

I’ve been to Bills home games in Buffalo and in Orchard Park.  

[Nick the Greek]

I had season tickets during the Dick Jauron years. 

 

Sweet nostalgia. 

[Bob in STL]

1 hour ago, Florida Bills Fanatic said:

It would also be interesting to see how many of us have been to a Bills road game.  Probably a surprisingly large percent.

I’ve been to 6 road games versus: LA Rams (Anaheim), Chargers (SD the old place), 49ers (The Stick),  2 in St Louis (Rams in Dome), Dallas (last Thanksgiving).  

[Seasons1992]

27 minutes ago, Nick the Greek said:

I had season tickets during the Dick Jauron years. 

 

Sweet nostalgia. 

[buffaloboyinATL]

9 hours ago, KD in CA said:

Better question would be, "have you ever been to a Bills home game outside of Buffalo"?

Does the game in Tennessee last season count?

[BigBobby]

Took the kids and wife to the patriots game from florida. Worst sporting event of my life. Never again. Bills fans at the stadium are complete morons. I missed the entire 4th quarter because two groups of drunken idiots were on the brink of a huge fight (over nothing other than just being #######s) and I was afraid the brawl was going to spill into my family.

[GreggTX]

Not since the 70's, but yes. My father was a season ticket holder from the early 60's until just before he passed away in '08. Those back to back champions are still my favorite Bills teams.

[TwistofFate]

Ive been to eight home games since 1998, not bad for living out of state. (not including preseason, ive been to two)

 

In all my time there, get this..... I've never watched Buffalo lose.  I've seen some crazy wins up there.  In 08 i watched Trent Edwards lead buffalo from a 9 point deficit in under 6 mins to win against the Raiders. 

 

Another favorite game was 05 against the Chiefs, we were picked to lose because of the red hot chiefs offense coming to town, but instead i watched our defense stifle trent green and crew, while Holcomb got wrecked and I got to watch Losman do what he did best....multiple bombs to Evans. 

 

I got to watch the last run of Fred Jacksons career in a Bills uniform against the steelers in preseason. 

 

A lot of great memories in that Stadium!!!

2 hours ago, Nick the Greek said:

I had season tickets during the Dick Jauron years. 

 

Sweet nostalgia. 

Poor Dick, he looked like he aged 20 years by the time he was done here. 

[Aussie Joe]

Been to 7 Bills games on various visits to the US over the past few years (also went  to the Jags game in London in 2015)..
 

Seen Bills games in Atlanta, Cincinnati, New Jersey, Nashville, Houston and Indianapolis..

 

Only 1 in Buffalo ... last years opener against Bengals which was by far the best atmosphere of any NFL game I have been to..

 

I enjoyed the game and visit to Niagara Falls but probably won’t be back in Buffalo anytime soon..

Best away game I have been to was Nashville...really fun  place to spend a weekend..

 

 

 

 

 

[BobbyC81]

10 hours ago, msw2112 said:

When I lived in Buffalo, I went to several games every season.  After I moved away, I attempted to get back for at least 1 game per year.  In recent years, family & work obligations have prevented that, but I'm out West now and try to catch games in this part of the world.  I was at the last road Rams game (a win despite the Rex factor), Chargers game (the Peterman debacle), Broncos game (a loss, can't remember too many details) and Cardinals game (an OT win, but very ugly game).  I am planning to attend Arizona and Denver this year if fans are permitted.

I was at both that Rams game and Chargers game.  There were so many Bills’ fans, it was a blast.  Despite Peterman’s horrible game, there were Bills fans all around me and we were chanting “We want Tyrod!”

[BobbyC81]

4 hours ago, Florida Bills Fanatic said:

It would also be interesting to see how many of us have been to a Bills road game.  Probably a surprisingly large percent.

I’ve been to about a dozen Bills games here out West over the years.  First win I saw was against the Rams 4 years ago.  I guess I should’ve stopped then, as I went to the Chargers Peterman game the following year.  Seattle was different in the Kingdome in Kelly’s last year.

[Chandler#81]

9 hours ago, Jerome007 said:

The Bills are 6-1 in t he games I've been to. But it's been years. It's a 9 hour drive. I need to save money as I'd bring my sons now. I sure plan to go again though!

 

That circle pissing ha ha. I had forgotten that, erased that from my memory. It's still there? Damn

 

 

Tradition dies hard in WNY..

[Ridgewaycynic2013]

7 hours ago, Seasons1992 said:

I wonder if there's a 'greenscreen' trick to change that to 'Fire Jauron'?  ?

[machine gun kelly]

17 hours ago, BuffaloBillies said:

Many dozen... and I always think...

 

 

I don't want the games to end when I'm there. Wish they were 10 quarters long.

 

Great pic my friend.  I travel back to Buffalo Every year with my three kids.  We have a family reunion on Saturday, and I’m up to 18 relatives who go to the game in September.  More than half travel from NE, FL, Carolina, and so on.  It’s a great time, but we’re passing this year.  No one in my family wants to go to a stadium with this pandemic.  Once there is a vaccine, we’ll be right back to it.

[machine gun kelly]

10 hours ago, Florida Bills Fanatic said:

It would also be interesting to see how many of us have been to a Bills road game.  Probably a surprisingly large percent.

FBF, you’re name suggests you live in FL, and myself in Tampa.  I was born and raised in Buffalo, but moved to Tampa the week of the Bills/Giants SB.  I’ve been to every Bills/Bucs since 93, a ton of Bills/Miami games, and Bills/Jax games including the 17 playoff game.  It was awesome as the lower level was all Jags fans, but the entire upper deck was a sea of red, white, and royal blue.  Sucked that we lost, but that defense was impressive.

[BobChalmers]

21 hours ago, Another Fan said:

It’s a question I’m going to guess most members at TBD have.   Maybe around 90-95%.  But I’m sure there’s a few who might not have.

 

 

Given that the poll number is running at 92.41% right now, I'd say you nailed it!!!

 

 

[BuffaloMatt]

21 hours ago, Another Fan said:

It’s a question I’m going to guess most members at TBD have.   Maybe around 90-95%.  But I’m sure there’s a few who might not have.

 

I’d be curious to know why if you answered no.   Not that I think it makes someone less of a fan at all.   Especially if traveling/distance is an issue.  Or if you just like to follow the games more from home or at a local Bills Backer club per say.   

For the record I’ve been to two home games.

 

With the advent of the 80 inch high def TV, etc., the allure of the at game experience has waned for me. I like watching the game on TV. Camera angles, replay, and broadcaster commentary works for me. If you are at the stadium your neck is craned watching the jumbotron anyway. Plus I don't have to worry about driving home.