Bills Look to Sign Off Highmark Stadium with a Win Against the Jets

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Buffalo, NY - As the Buffalo Bills prepare to host the New York Jets in their season finale, head coach Sean McDermott is navigating a delicate balance between resting key players for the playoffs and giving his team a memorable send-off at Highmark Stadium. The 53-year-old stadium, which could be the Bills' last home game before they move to a new $2.1 billion stadium next season, has been a special place for McDermott and his team. He plans to cherish the moment and appreciate the stadium's unique atmosphere one last time. McDermott's focus is on getting his team ready for the playoffs, but he also wants to ensure that they close out the season with a win. The Bills are the AFC's No. 7 seed and can rise no higher than No. 5, which means they'll open the playoffs on the road. With relatively low stakes, McDermott has options regarding his lineup, including quarterback Josh Allen, who is expected to extend his starting streak to 135 games. Running back James Cook is also in a position to win the NFL's rushing title. For the Jets, the game is an opportunity to play against a good playoff team and make some improvements before the offseason. Despite their struggles, the team has shown some signs of progress, and coach Aaron Glenn is committed to building on those areas. The Jets are on the verge of making some dubious NFL history, including the longest active playoff drought and the first team without an interception in an entire season. The game will also feature undrafted rookie quarterback Brady Cook, who has taken over as the starter for the Jets and has shown no signs of being fazed by the situation. The Bills, meanwhile, are down to two quarterbacks, Allen and backup Mitch Trubisky, after Shane Buechele was signed by Kansas City. The lack of a third-stringer has led to some playful banter between McDermott and reporters about who might be the team's emergency backup.