I actually met Dawson's Dad inside the stadium before the game. Super nice, very humble and had great things to say about the Buffalo tailgating scene.
Checked out the Bills @ Steelers game in Ticketmaster a few days ago and there were tons of seats available, scattered evenly around the stadium. Not sure if that was before or after Big Ben went down.
Lots of options depending on where you want to be and how much you want to spend.
I've done fine with the Red Roof in Hamburg. There will be lots of fans there.
For the opener I'll be at the Holiday Inn Express in Hamburg. Using up my IHG points from lots of business travel.