ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. – Sept. 8, 2025– In a story fit for Hollywood, veteran kicker Matt Prater delivered a clutch game-winning field goal to lift the Buffalo Bills to a dramatic victory Sunday, just three days after joining the team.
The Bills, who had been seeking stability at kicker, turned to the 39-year-old Prater after roster changes earlier in the week. He quickly made his presence felt, splitting the uprights in the final seconds to seal a hard-fought win at Highmark Stadium.
Quarterback Josh Allen, who threw two touchdown passes and orchestrated the final drive, praised his new teammate’s composure.
“It takes a lot of guts to walk in here on short notice and deliver like that,” Allen said. “Matt showed why he’s been one of the league’s best for so long.”
Prater, visibly emotional after the game, credited the team’s support for helping him settle in quickly.
“The last few days have been a whirlwind, but I’m grateful to contribute right away,” Prater told reporters. “The guys trusted me, and I just wanted to do my job.”
Fans erupted as the ball sailed through, capping off a performance that highlighted both Allen’s leadership and Prater’s veteran poise.
The victory improves Buffalo’s record to 3-1 and reinforces their status as early contenders in the AFC. Looking ahead, the Bills will face a tough test next week against the Kansas City Chiefs, where Prater’s steady leg may again prove vital.
For now, the story is about resilience, timing, and a kicker who needed just three days to become a hero in Buffalo.
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