What happened: Buffalo's new Highmark Stadium is on track to be ready for the upcoming 2026 season, and the Bills have begun demolishing their old stadium piece by piece. The teardown is expected to be a slow process, likely lasting into 2027.

Why it matters: The stadium transition marks the end of an era for the franchise's longtime home and clears the way for the Bills to open the 2026 campaign in their new $2.1 billion building. A staggered, multi-year demolition reflects the scale of the project rather than any setback to the new venue's timeline.

What to watch: Watch for an official opening date and Week 1 schedule for the new stadium, plus updates on how long the old structure's demolition ultimately takes into 2027.