Highmark Stadium

Opened in 1973

Several venues share the name “Ralph Wilson Stadium”. See all of them.

Venue Information

Capacity

71,608

Year Opened

1973

Teams

Team League Years
Syracuse Orange
Previously: Archbold Stadium (1907–1978)
Moved to: Giants Stadium (1980–2010)
College Football 1979 - 1979
Buffalo Bills
Previously: War Memorial Stadium (1970–1972)
NFL 1973 - Present
VMI Keydets
Moved to: Alumni Memorial Field (1962–present)
College Football 1950 - 1961

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of Highmark Stadium?

The capacity of Highmark Stadium is 71,608.

When was Highmark Stadium built?

Highmark Stadium opened in 1973.

Who plays at Highmark Stadium?

Highmark Stadium is the home venue of Buffalo Bills.

Where did the Syracuse Orange play before Highmark Stadium?

Before moving to Highmark Stadium in 1979, the Syracuse Orange played at Archbold Stadium from 1907 to 1978.

Where did the Syracuse Orange play after Highmark Stadium?

After leaving Highmark Stadium in 1979, the Syracuse Orange moved to Giants Stadium in 1980. They played there until 2010.

Where did the Buffalo Bills play before Highmark Stadium?

Before moving to Highmark Stadium in 1973, the Buffalo Bills played at War Memorial Stadium from 1970 to 1972.

Where did the VMI Keydets play after Highmark Stadium?

After leaving Highmark Stadium in 1961, the VMI Keydets moved to Alumni Memorial Field in 1962.

Historical Names

Highmark Stadium

2021 - Present

Current

Bills Stadium

2020 - 2020

New Era Field

2016 - 2019

Ralph Wilson Stadium

1998 - 2015

Rich Stadium

1973 - 1997

Location

Coordinates: 42.7737, -78.7869
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