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What is the name of the team's home stadium?
What is the name of the team's home stadium?
Who led the team to four consecutive Super Bowl appearances from 1990 to 1993?
Who led the team to four consecutive Super Bowl appearances from 1990 to 1993?
What is the name of the team's fan base?
What is the name of the team's fan base?
Who is the team's all-time leading rusher?
Who is the team's all-time leading rusher?
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How many AFL championships did the team win?
How many AFL championships did the team win?
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What is the significance of the team's name 'Bills'?
What is the significance of the team's name 'Bills'?
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Study Notes
Team History
- Established in 1960 as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL)
- Joined the National Football League (NFL) in 1970 after the AFL-NFL merger
- Based in Orchard Park, New York, and play home games at New Era Field
Team Name and Logo
- Name "Bills" is a reference to the famous western frontiersman Buffalo Bill Cody
- Logo features a red buffalo with a blue streak and a white accent, symbolizing the team's name and the city of Buffalo's rich history
Championships and Achievements
- Won two AFL championships (1964, 1965)
- Appeared in four consecutive Super Bowls (XXV through XXVIII) from 1990 to 1993, but lost each one
- Seven division titles, including five AFC East titles
- 18 playoff appearances
Notable Players and Coaches
- Quarterbacks:
- Jim Kelly (Hall of Fame, led team to four Super Bowl appearances)
- Thurman Thomas (Hall of Fame, five-time Pro Bowl selection)
- Running backs:
- O.J. Simpson (Hall of Fame, Heisman Trophy winner)
- Fred Jackson (team's all-time leading rusher)
- Coaches:
- Lou Saban (first coach in team history, led team to AFL title in 1964)
- Marv Levy (Hall of Fame, led team to four Super Bowl appearances)
Stadium and Fan Culture
- New Era Field, previously known as Ralph Wilson Stadium, is the team's home stadium since 1973
- The "Bills Mafia" is the team's dedicated fan base, known for their passionate support and charitable efforts
Team History
- Founded in 1960 as an original member of the American Football League (AFL)
- Merged into the National Football League (NFL) in 1970
- Based in Orchard Park, New York, and play home games at New Era Field
Team Name and Logo
- Named after Buffalo Bill Cody, a famous western frontiersman
- Logo features a red buffalo with a blue streak and white accents, symbolizing the team's name and Buffalo's history
Championships and Achievements
- Won AFL championships in 1964 and 1965
- Appeared in four consecutive Super Bowls (XXV-XXVIII) from 1990 to 1993
- Hold seven division titles, including five AFC East titles
- Made 18 playoff appearances
Notable Players and Coaches
- Quarterbacks:
- Jim Kelly (Hall of Fame, led team to four Super Bowl appearances)
- Thurman Thomas (Hall of Fame, five-time Pro Bowl selection)
- Running backs:
- O.J. Simpson (Hall of Fame, Heisman Trophy winner)
- Fred Jackson (team's all-time leading rusher)
- Coaches:
- Lou Saban (first coach, led team to AFL title in 1964)
- Marv Levy (Hall of Fame, led team to four Super Bowl appearances)
Stadium and Fan Culture
- New Era Field (previously Ralph Wilson Stadium) has been the team's home stadium since 1973
- The "Bills Mafia" is the team's dedicated fan base, known for passionate support and charitable efforts
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Learn about the Buffalo Bills, a professional American football team based in Orchard Park, New York. Discover their history, team name, and logo significance.
