1st & Goal: 2024 - Week 1 Review

Overtime Thriller

Week 1 of 1st & Goal: 2024 began with an overtime thriller between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Raiders came out with the early lead by scoring a touchdown in the first quarter, but the Jaguars quickly tied up the game in the 2nd quarter.

The game went back and forth with both teams trading touchdowns throughout the second half. With just seconds remaining in the 4th quarter, the Jaguars were able to kick a field goal to tie up the game and send it into overtime.

In overtime, the Raiders won the toss and elected to receive the ball. They were able to drive down the field and score a touchdown to win the game.

Monday Night Miracle

The 2nd game of the weekend was another close one, as the Buffalo Bills defeated the Tennessee Titans in a Monday Night Football matchup. The game was tied at 7-7 at halftime, but the Bills took control in the second half by scoring 17 unanswered points.

The Titans were able to cut the lead to 3 points in the 4th quarter, but the Bills were able to hold on for the win. The Bills' defense was able to come up with a big stop on 4th down late in the game to seal the victory.

Other Notable Games

Two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs were upset by the Cincinnati Bengals in the opening game of the 2024 season. The Bengals scored a touchdown with no time remaining to win the game 24-21. The Chiefs had a chance to win the game with a field goal, but Harrison Butker missed wide right.

The New England Patriots also lost in their season opener, falling to the Miami Dolphins 20-17. The Patriots were driving for a potential game-tying field goal in the final seconds, but Mac Jones was intercepted by Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard.

The New York Jets pulled off a huge upset in Week 1 by defeating the Baltimore Ravens 24-17. The Jets' defense was able to hold Lamar Jackson and the Ravens' offense in check, forcing 3 turnovers.

Looking Ahead

Week 2 of the 2024 NFL season is set to begin on Thursday, September 13th. The Bills will host the Titans in a rematch of their Monday Night Football game from Week 1. The Chiefs will look to bounce back from their loss to the Bengals when they host the Jacksonville Jaguars.

The Raiders will travel to Kansas City to face the Chiefs in a rematch of last year's AFC Championship Game. The Patriots will look to get their first win of the season when they host the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The Jets will look to continue their momentum from their Week 1 win when they travel to face the Cleveland Browns. The Ravens will look to bounce back from their loss to the Jets when they host the Cincinnati Bengals.