The Buffalo Bills and New York Jets are two of the AFL’s eight original franchises and have played twice a year, most years, since 1960. Buffalo holds a clear all-time edge and has owned the recent series, but the Jets have pulled off their share of upsets in this division grudge match. Here is the full head-to-head record, the last 10 meetings, the 2026 schedule, and their lone playoff clash.
Series at a Glance
- All-time series (regular season): Buffalo leads 72-58
- All-time series (including playoffs): Buffalo leads 73-58
- Postseason: Buffalo leads 1-0
- Current streak: Buffalo has won 5 straight, most recently 35-8 on Jan 4, 2026
- First meeting: 1960 (AFL era)
Last 10 Meetings
Buffalo has controlled the recent series, winning 8 of the last 10.
| Date | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 2026 | Jets 8 at Bills 35 | Bills |
| Sep 14, 2025 | Bills 30 at Jets 10 | Bills |
| Dec 29, 2024 | Jets 14 at Bills 40 | Bills |
| Oct 14, 2024 | Bills 23 at Jets 20 | Bills |
| Nov 19, 2023 | Jets 6 at Bills 32 | Bills |
| Sep 11, 2023 | Bills 16 at Jets 22 (OT) | Jets |
| Dec 11, 2022 | Jets 12 at Bills 20 | Bills |
| Nov 6, 2022 | Bills 17 at Jets 20 | Jets |
| Jan 9, 2022 | Jets 10 at Bills 27 | Bills |
| Nov 14, 2021 | Bills 45 at Jets 17 | Bills |
2026 Matchups
The Bills and Jets meet twice again in 2026 within the AFC East.
- Week 10: Sunday, Nov 15, 2026 – Bills at Jets
- Week 18: Sunday, Jan 10, 2027 – Jets at Bills
Postseason History
Buffalo and New York have met just once in the playoffs.
- Dec 27, 1981 – 1981 AFC Wild Card: Bills 31, Jets 27
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the all-time series between the Bills and Jets?
Buffalo leads the regular-season series 72-58 and also won the only playoff meeting, so the Bills lead 73-58 including the postseason.
When do the Bills and Jets play in 2026?
Twice – Week 10 on Sunday, Nov 15, 2026 in New York, and Week 18 on Sunday, Jan 10, 2027 in Buffalo.
Have the Bills and Jets ever met in the playoffs?
Once – the 1981 AFC Wild Card, when Buffalo won 31-27 at Shea Stadium.
