ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The final score read Buffalo 26, Denver 16, indicating the Bills beat the Broncos.
In reality, though, the Broncos beat themselves.
On the surface, the Denver Broncos (2-1) outplayed their opponent in many aspects. The Broncos significantly out-gained the Bills (366 yards to 272), had more first downs (21 to 16) and more yards per play (5.5 to 4.3). But in two of the most important categories, penalties and turnovers, the Broncos fell short due to their own misdoings.
Now, credit should be given to Buffalo where it is due, and Bills’ quarterback Tyrod Taylor had a magnificent day—throwing for his fourth-best career passer rating (126) going 20-for-26 for 213 passing yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions.