On this date in Buffalo Bills history: October 27th

by The Historian

1961- Lou Saban is hired as pro personnel director of the Bills.

1962- The Bills defeat Denver 45-38, with a 22 point fourth quarter scoring burst.

1974- Buffalo holds Chicago to two field goals in a 16-6 win.

1979- Syracuse plays a home game against Miami at Rich Stadium, and freshman Jim Kelly throws a touchdown pass in the third quarter.

1997- The Bills spot the Broncos a 20-0 lead, then replace Collins with Van Pelt and tie the game, only to lose on an Elam field goal in OT.

2002- Bledsoe throws for 302 yards in a 24-17 victory over the Lions at the Ralph.