ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Before we look ahead to the farewell season for Highmark Stadium, it only makes sense to look back at some of the people and events that made the Orchard Park venue so special.

Obviously, it all starts with memorable games and moments, good and bad, that the Buffalo Bills and their fans created. Some of these might be obvious, but don't worry, we won't play all the hits. We'll be sure to include some deep cuts.

Here are five of the greatest Bills games that helped define Highmark Stadium and shape the franchise.

Monday night magic

The Bills opened the 1974 NFL season with a dramatic 21-20 victory on Sept. 16, 1974, over John Madden and the Oakland Raiders on "Monday Night Football." The game was the first following O.J. Simpson’s record-setting, 2,003-yard rushin

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