ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WKBW) — A record-breaking 36,136 fans attended the Buffalo Bills Return of the Blue & Red practice at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park.
Longtime fans said it almost felt like a home game during the regular season.
Stewart, Foster, Jones and Skinner Family
Monica Stewart and her family had quite the tailgating set up Friday.
"We got hamburgers. Some hot dogs. We got some chips. We got some baked beans up here. Potato salad," she said.
They've been season ticket holders since 2017. She said her family was excited to see the Buffalo Bills back on the field.
Greenan Family
Julie Greenan and her son Joe were excited to see the Bills back in action for the first time since last season.
"We wouldn't miss it for the world," she said. "It's electrifying. I love it even in the rain or in the snow, whatever the case may be."
"Rain, shine, the Bills will always come through," her son said.
They're favorite player this season? Rookie wide receiver Keon Coleman.
MacDonald and Kuzio Family
Longtime fans Joe MacDonald, Claire MacDonald, Michael Kuzio and Matthew Kuzio attended the practice.
The cousins are from Atlanta and Florida!
"Our family's from Buffalo. Our grandparents live here but we're Bills fans," Michael said.
"Biggest Bills supporters around," Matthew added.
Grimes Family
Tiffany Grimes and her sons made the trip from Allegany County for the first time.
"It's amazing like this is a staple piece of Buffalo and I mean we're here for the Bills and just to see all these people here just to support them for this is awesome," Grimes said. "Everyone's high-spirited and ready. It's like the season has already started."
The Buffalo Bills face the Chicago Bears on August 10th to kick off the NFL Preseason.
