The Greatest Comeback in NFL History: The Bills vs. Oilers Playoff Game of 1993

It was January 3, 1993, and the Buffalo Bills were facing off against the Houston Oilers in a Wild Card playoff game. The Oilers had dominated the first half of the game, going into halftime with a 28-3 lead. Many fans had already begun to leave the stadium, believing that the game was over.

Little did they know, they were about to witness the greatest comeback in NFL history.

The Bills came out of the locker room at halftime with a renewed determination. Quarterback Frank Reich, who was starting in place of the injured Jim Kelly, led the team with a series of quick passes and touchdowns. The Bills defense also stepped up, forcing a series of turnovers that led to even more points on the board for the Bills.

As the momentum started to shift, the energy in the stadium was electric. Fans who had left earlier started to make their way back to watch the game, not willing to miss out on what could be an incredible comeback.

The Bills continued to battle, scoring another touchdown with just under 10 minutes left in the game to bring the score to 38-35 in favor of the Oilers. With only seconds remaining in regulation, Reich found wide receiver Andre Reed in the end zone for the game-tying touchdown.

It was a moment of pure excitement and pandemonium as the Bills had completed a miraculous comeback, scoring 35 unanswered points to force the game into overtime. In a fitting end to the game, kicker Steve Christie nailed a game-winning field goal to secure the victory for the Bills and complete what is now considered the greatest comeback in NFL history.

The game will forever be remembered as a testament to the power of determination and resilience in the face of adversity. The Bills players refused to give up, and their tenacity paid off in an unforgettable victory. It's a game that will be talked about for generations to come, and remains a classic moment in NFL history.