Sunday's Bills-Dolphins showdown started as a shootout.
It ended as a statement by Buffalo, which slowed Miami's scorching offense while putting on a clinic of its own in commanding 48-20 win. The victory gives the Bills the early edge in the AFC East while resetting the balance of power atop the NFL.
The first quarter brought the promised fireworks of the most anticipated game of the young NFL season. The first five drives produced five touchdowns as Buffalo opened a 21-14 lead. Allen (8 for 8) and Tagovailoa (6 for 6) posted perfect first-quarter passing efforts while breakout rookie running De'Von Achane scored Miami's first two touchdowns, raising his scoring tally to six in two weeks.