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Buffalo Bills Blow 28-7 Lead, Miss Playoffs

11/9/2025

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In November 1975, the Buffalo Bills lost to the Baltimore Colts after building a 28-7 lead.
O. J. Simpson scored three touchdowns in the game.
Coach Lou Saban noted the Bills' struggles in pass defense.
Following the loss, the Bills finished 8-6 after six losses in their last ten games and missed the playoffs, beginning a playoff drought that lasted until 1980.

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Story summary

In November 1975, the Buffalo Bills lost to the Baltimore Colts after building a 28-7 lead.
O. J. Simpson scored three touchdowns in the game.
Coach Lou Saban noted the Bills' struggles in pass defense.
Following the loss, the Bills finished 8-6 after six losses in their last ten games and missed the playoffs, beginning a playoff drought that lasted until 1980.