This is what happened when we used AI to predict the Buffalo Bills' 2024 season

The Buffalo Bills 2024 NFL season is just around the corner and the Bills Mafia is buzzing with excitement. To add some more fun to the matter, I decided to enlist a little help from AI technology, specifically ChatGPT, to predict how the season might unfold.

I fed the AI ​​a few key parameters: Assuming everyone stays healthy, it will be mostly data-based, but will throw in a few surprises along the way. The result? A simulation of the Bills' entire season, packed with highs, lows, and everything in between.

This is nothing more than light-hearted speculation, of course, and these AI-generated predictions are the perfect appetizer before the real action begins. This exercise isn't all that different from other older forms of simulations, particularly those in the EA Sports Madden NFL series.

Buffalo Bills 2024 season simulation

Regular season

Week 1: Buffalo Bills vs. Arizona Cardinals

• Score: Bills 27, Cardinals 17
• Analysis: Josh Allen is off to a strong start, passing the ball to targets like Dawson Knox and James Cook. The defense is keeping Arizona's offense in check.

Week 2: Buffalo Bills at Miami Dolphins

• Score: Dolphins 31, Bills 28
• Analysis: In a high-scoring game, the Dolphins beat the Bills. Despite great plays by Curtis Samuel and Dalton Kincaid, Miami's offense is too strong.

Week 3: Buffalo Bills vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

• Score: Bills 24, Jaguars 21
• Analysis: The Bills win a close game thanks to a crucial interception by Taron Johnson in the fourth quarter. The offense just manages to keep Trevor Lawrence and the Jags at bay.

Week 4: Buffalo Bills at Baltimore Ravens

• Score: Ravens 30, Bills 24
• Analysis: The Ravens' defense slows down the Bills' offense, while Lamar Jackson's ability to give Baltimore the upper hand in a tough matchup poses a dual threat.

Week 5: Buffalo Bills at Houston Texans

• Score: Bills 34, Texans 21
• Analysis: Buffalo hits back with a strong offensive performance. Josh Allen scores two touchdowns with Khalil Shakir and the defense forces several turnovers.

Week 6: Buffalo Bills at New York Jets

• Score: Bills 27, Jets 24
• Analysis: In a closely contested divisional game, the Bills defensive line pressures Aaron Rodgers throughout the game, leading to key sacks by Von Miller and Greg Rousseau.

Week 7: Buffalo Bills vs. Tennessee Titans

• Score: Bills 28, Titans 13
• Analysis: The Bills control the game from start to finish. James Cook puts in an outstanding performance with over 100 rushing yards while the defense stifles the Titans' passing attack.

Week 8: Buffalo Bills at The Seattle Seahawks

• Score: Seahawks 30, Bills 27
• Analysis: Geno Smith and the Seahawks use their home advantage and seal the victory with a late touchdown. Despite strong performances from Allen and Knox, Buffalo fails.

Week 9: Buffalo Bills vs. Miami Dolphins

• Score: Bills 28, Dolphins 24
• Analysis: The Bills avenge their earlier loss to Miami. Von Miller's return to form includes two sacks and Allen orchestrates a game-winning drive in the final minutes.

Week 10: Buffalo Bills at Indianapolis Colts

• Score: Bills 24, Colts 14
• Analysis: The Bills defense shines, Ed Oliver dominates the offensive line. The offense moves the ball methodically, controls the clock and secures a comfortable victory.

Week 11: Buffalo Bills vs. Kansas City Chiefs

• Score: Chiefs 31, Bills 28
• Analysis: A classic battle between Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes remains exciting until the end, but the Chiefs are able to pull away in the final minutes and inflict a tough defeat on the Bills.

Week 12: Bye Week

Week 13: Buffalo Bills vs. San Francisco 49ers

• Score: 49ers 27, Bills 21
• Analysis: The 49ers' elite defense, led by Nick Bosa, limits Buffalo's scoring opportunities and disrupts the rhythm of the offense. Despite some key plays by Allen and Keon Coleman, Buffalo can't get past San Francisco's defensive front.

Week 14: Buffalo Bills at Los Angeles Rams

• Score: Bills 31, Rams 20
• Analysis: The Bills benefit from the fact that the Rams are rebuilding. Allen is passing the ball to multiple receivers while the defense under Taylor Rapp is keeping the Rams in check.

Week 15: Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions

• Score: Bills 28, Lions 24
• Analysis: Buffalo faces a resilient Lions team, but Allen's connection with Dalton Kincaid proves crucial. The Bills' defense falters but doesn't collapse in a narrow victory.

Week 16: Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots

• Score: Bills 24, Patriots 17
• Analysis: The Bills continue to dominate New England, with James Cook making it into the end zone twice. The defense, led by Terrel Bernard, limits the Patriots' offensive performance.

Week 17: Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets

• Score: Bills 21, Jets 10
• Analysis: The Bills defense puts on a brilliant performance and stifles the Jets offense. Allen and the offense do enough to secure the win and keep their playoff position.

Week 18: Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots

• Score: Bills 27, Patriots 13
• Analysis: The Bills finish the regular season with another strong performance, dominating the Patriots on both sides of the ball and ending the season on a high note.

Final record: 12-5 (5-1 against AFC East teams)

The Bills finish the season with a 12-5 record, securing a playoff spot and positioning themselves as one of the top contenders in the AFC.

Playoff simulation

AFC Playoff Seedings:

1. Kansas City Chiefs (13-4)
2. Cincinnati Bengals (12-5)
3. Buffalo Bills (12-5)
4. Jacksonville Jaguars (11-6)
5. Miami Dolphins (11-6)
6. Baltimore Ravens (11-6)
7. The Cleveland Browns (10-7)

Wild Card Round:

• Comparison: Buffalo Bills (#3) vs Cleveland Browns (#7)
• Score: Bills 24, Browns 21
• Analysis: Buffalo fights to a win in a physically demanding matchup, with James Cook and the defensive line making key contributions. A last-minute field goal puts the Bills in the Divisional Round.

Division round:

• Comparison: Buffalo Bills (#3) at Cincinnati Bengals (#2)
• Score: Bengals 31, Bills 28
• Analysis: The Bills' playoff run ends in Cincinnati, and like so many seasons leading up to 2024, a loss in the Divisional Round awaits them. Despite a strong performance from Josh Allen, the Bengals' offense, led by Joe Burrow, proves too difficult to overcome in the final minutes.

Our AI-powered journey through the 2024 season is coming to an end. Let's not forget that it's just a fun exercise, but it's also a reminder of the unpredictable, exciting nature of football. Whether these predictions come true or we get a season full of surprises, there's guaranteed to be some great news: Football. Is. Back! So enjoy the journey and let's see how close (or hilariously off) these AI-generated predictions are to the mark!