UPDATE: The Buffalo Bills are set to clash with the New England Patriots today at 1 p.m. at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. This matchup holds significant weight in the AFC East, with the Bills looking to narrow the gap against the division-leading Patriots.
The stakes couldn’t be higher as the Bills enter the game with a 9-4 record, trailing the Patriots, who boast an impressive 11-2 record and the best in the AFC. Just last season, the Bills won the AFC East for five consecutive years, but that streak is on the line after a loss in their last meeting back in Week 5.
In that earlier encounter, the Patriots pulled off a surprising upset, defeating the Bills while holding a 2-2 record. Since then, New England has surged to victory in ten straight games, tying for the best record in the NFL alongside the Denver Broncos.
Today, all eyes will be on quarterbacks Josh Allen of the Bills and Drake Maye of the Patriots. Maye has thrown for 3,412 yards and 23 touchdowns, while Allen trails with 3,083 yards, 22 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. However, Allen has showcased his dual-threat capability with 487 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns.
The game promises to be a battle of strengths, with both teams ranking in the top ten for offensive performance, according to Pro Football Focus. However, the Patriots hold a defensive edge, ranking No. 9 in the league compared to the Bills at No. 23. Buffalo will be without key defensive starters Terrel Bernard and Christian Benford, which could impact their performance.
As fans gear up for this critical showdown, the Bills will look to bounce back and keep their playoff hopes alive. If they fall to the Patriots today, their chances of reclaiming the AFC East title will diminish significantly.
Stay tuned for live updates throughout the game, and refresh this page for the latest developments as the action unfolds at Gillette Stadium.
The game will be broadcast on CBS, with additional coverage available through the “SHOUT!” podcast on platforms like Apple, Spotify, and Google. Don’t miss out on this electrifying matchup that could redefine the AFC landscape!
