Bills vs Ravens This Week 1 Sunday Night Football matchup is a heavyweight rematch — the Bills host the Ravens in a game that could shape the AFC pecking order right out of the gate. With two of the NFL’s most dynamic QBs and physical run games on both sides, the result matters beyond one night. (Context: season-opening national prime-time slot.)
Bills vs Ravens
When and where to watch (TV)
Kickoff is set for 8:20 p.m. ET at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY — the game will air nationally on NBC as the Week 1 Sunday Night Football feature. If you’re watching on TV, tune to your local NBC affiliate.
Live stream options (cord-cutters)
You can stream the NBC broadcast on Peacock (NBC’s streaming service) and the NBC Sports app with a valid TV-provider login. National streaming services that carry local NBC stations (YouTube TV, Fubo, Sling/where available) are also options for live streaming; always confirm local carriage before the game.
Follow live updates and alternate streams
If you prefer play-by-play updates, the team apps and major sports apps (CBS Sports, ESPN, NFL app) will have live scoring, drive charts and push alerts. Out-of-market viewers can use NFL Sunday Ticket/YouTubeTV offerings where applicable.
Bills vs Ravens
Lines, totals and betting snapshot
As kickoff approaches, sportsbooks show a razor-thin spread and a mid-50s total in some books — the market has been close, reflecting how evenly matched these clubs look on paper (example lines around Ravens -1 / O/U ~50.5 at major books). Lines move with injury news and money — check DraftKings, BettingPros or your sportsbook for the freshest number before placing a wager.
Key matchups to watch
Watch the trenches and QB mobility. If the Bills can sustain a physical ground attack and keep Lamar Jackson under consistent pressure, they control the clock. If the Ravens win the line-of-scrimmage and force turnovers, they’ll tilt the game toward big plays. Individual matchups (RB vs. front seven, slot receivers vs. nickel DBs) will determine tempo and play-calling. (Team updates, depth chart swings matter.)
Bills vs Ravens
Our prediction & pick (straightforward)
This feels like a one-possession game. Baltimore’s roster depth and matchup flexibility give them a narrow edge early, but Buffalo’s home crowd and offensive balance keep it tight. Pick: Ravens 27, Bills 24 — expect a physical, clock-draining battle decided late.
Final tips before kickoff Bills vs Ravens
Confirm the TV channel in your zip code, log in to Peacock or your streaming service early, and if you’re betting, lock lines before late injury news shifts the market. Enjoy the primetime showdown — it’s a perfect Week 1 statement game.