The lead story from Orchard Park was the play of Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, who went 12-of-19 for 154 yards and a touchdown in his NFL debut. Dart connected with Lil’Jordan Humphrey for a 28-yard touchdown in the second quarter, helping the Giants establish early control. Veteran kicker Graham Gano also shined, drilling field goals from 53, 50, and 51 yards, showing midseason form and giving New York crucial points in the first half.
On the Bills’ side, the quarterback rotation was a focal point as head coach Sean McDermott rested starter Josh Allen, instead giving valuable reps to backups Mitch Trubisky and Mike White. Trubisky was efficient, completing 9 of 13 passes for 138 yards and a touchdown to Dawson Knox, while White rallied in the second half with two touchdown passes—including a 39-yarder to KJ Hamler and a 7-yard strike to Darrynton Evans. The Bills’ running back Ray Davis handled extra point duties, converting after Knox’s score as part of an emergency kicker audition.
The Giants’ offense outgained the Bills 236 to 171 in the first half, dominating time of possession by more than 2-to-1 (20:13 to 9:47). However, Buffalo surged late, capitalizing on special teams and turnovers. Notably, a crucial fumble by Buffalo’s undrafted rookie center Jacob Bayer in the fourth quarter gave New York the ball deep in Bills territory, leading to Tommy DeVito’s game-sealing touchdown pass to Jonathan Ward.
Special teams and situational football were critical throughout. Rookie kicker Caden Davis, signed to handle kickoffs and placekicks with Tyler Bass injured, converted a 24-yard field goal for Buffalo. Both teams cycled through backup quarterbacks in the second half, with the Giants’ Jameis Winston and Tommy DeVito each engineering scoring drives, including a two-point conversion pass from Winston to Thomas Fidone.
Historically, the Bills lead the all-time series 8–6, including a postseason meeting, but the Giants’ last win over Buffalo before this preseason came on October 4, 2017. The last regular-season meeting saw Buffalo edge New York 14–9 at Highmark Stadium. The rivalry also famously includes Super Bowl XXV, where the Giants triumphed 20-19 in one of the closest championship games ever.
For fans looking to catch future games, the Giants-Bills preseason contest was available live on NFL+ and broadcast on CBS and NFL Network. Local radio coverage was provided by WFAN 101.9FM and the Giants Radio Network, while streaming options included the Giants App and website. Announcers for the national broadcast included Andrew Catalon (play-by-play), Steve Tasker (analyst), and Maddy Glab (sideline).
Looking ahead, the Bills are slight underdogs (+1.5) in betting lines for upcoming matchups, with an over-under set at 37.5, according to Dimers.com. Both teams will use preseason performances to finalize roster spots and game plans, with particular attention to the quarterback backup competition in Buffalo and the Giants’ evaluation of their rookie class. For more live updates and full statistical breakdowns, visit ESPN’s Giants vs. Bills live score and the official Giants website.