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Bills Open Highmark Stadium: Cole Bishop Shines, Josh Allen Throws 4 INTs in Scrimmage
Thousands attended the first public practice, and fans raised concerns about steep upper levels, limited cover and fewer seats at the $2.1 billion venue.
- On Saturday, the Buffalo Bills hosted over 50,000 fans at the new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park for their first public open practice, serving as a test run for the venue.
- Head coach Joe Brady designed the session to help players acclimate to the new facility's sights and sounds before the regular season, calling it "For everybody, it's kind of a trial run."
- Quarterback Josh Allen threw a 35-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Khalil Shakir during 11-on-11 drills, while players praised the new natural grass surface as a major upgrade from artificial turf.
- Some fans criticized the steep climb to upper-level seating and lack of restrooms at the top, while others noted traffic challenges remain significant in Orchard Park despite the new venue.
- With the regular season approaching, the Bills must address accessibility and crowd-flow concerns identified during the test event to ensure operations function smoothly for upcoming official home games.
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