The Buffalo Bills will host the Cincinnati Bengals at Highmark Stadium on Sunday, December 7, with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. The event is set to feature a range of activities and special recognitions for fans attending the game.
Toyota, as the game partner, will present its “Tailgate Tundra” on The Billevard during pregame festivities. Fans who visit this area can expect music, Bills highlights, and the pregame show. Each attendee at the space will receive a co-branded Toyota x Bills koozie featuring a panoramic image of Highmark Stadium.
Weather permitting, two F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft from the US Navy Strike Fighter Squadron 32 (VFA-32) are scheduled to perform a flyover before the game begins.
The theme for this week centers on community recognition. Dion Dawkins has been named the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Club Winner by the Buffalo Bills. According to the team, “Dion has been nominated by the Bills for four consecutive years, whose unwavering commitment to serving the Western New York community inspires us all.” His foundation, Dion’s Dreamers, aims to provide mentorship and support to young people in underserved communities and those facing hardship.
Nini Iris will perform the national anthem before kickoff. Originally from Tbilisi and now based in New York, Iris was a semifinalist on Season 24 of The Voice after joining Niall Horan’s team.
A guaranteed jackpot of $100,000 is available through Foundation 50/50 during Sunday’s game.
During halftime, three aspects of high school football in Western New York will be recognized. The ceremony will honor 22 high school tackle football coaches selected as Legends Global Merchandise Coach of the Week for either Buffalo or Rochester regions. The Coach of the Year for each region will be announced and winners presented with ceremonial game balls by Bills Legend Darryl Talley and a Legends Global Merchandise representative. Additionally, an officials crew selected as October Crew of Month from Rochester will be highlighted for their work as high school football officials. Representatives from Section VI will also be recognized following their final Section VI High School Football Championships at Highmark Stadium earlier this November; these championships have taken place at One Bills Drive over 46 years.
Fans can purchase a limited-edition Farewell Season Beer Stein throughout concessions areas while supplies last.
Several specialty food items return or debut for this matchup:
– At Miller Lite Brew Pub: “The Battle Boat,” featuring half Buffalo-style ingredients (shaved roast beef with cheddar and horseradish) and half Cincinnati-inspired toppings (kielbasa with coleslaw), reflecting both teams.
– At Sections 114 & 136: “MVP” sandwich with grilled flank steak.
– At La Nova Wings stand in Section 104: “The Gunner,” named after Steve Tasker.
– In Dunn Tire, Toyota, Pepsi Clubs: “The Thurmanator,” inspired by Hall-of-Famer Thurman Thomas.
– In select club stands: Items such as Eye of the Tiger (chicken breast between waffles), DawkSide (jerk chicken sandwich), and Pork Knox (pulled pork with beer cheese).
Fans are encouraged to enjoy these offerings while supporting their team during what is being billed as Highmark Stadium’s Farewell Season.
