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Dawson Knox Welcomes Daughter, Then Scores Twice as Bills Rally Past Patriots

The tight end set the Bills’ franchise mark for touchdown catches by a tight end during the 35-31 road win in Foxborough.

Overview

  • Alexandra Knox announced on Instagram that their daughter, Noa Elizabeth, was born on December 9, with the news shared publicly on Saturday.
  • Knox missed Wednesday’s practice for the birth, then returned Sunday in New England to catch two touchdown passes.
  • Buffalo overcame a 21-0 hole and a 24-7 halftime deficit to win 35-31, with Knox celebrating his first score by cradling the ball like a baby.
  • The two touchdowns gave Knox the Bills record for touchdown receptions by a tight end, as noted by Sean McDermott postgame and multiple outlets.
  • The victory moved Buffalo to 10-4, keeping the AFC East race tight with the Patriots at 11-3 as McDermott publicly congratulated Knox on becoming a father.