Bills aim for three-game AFC East lead in Week 4 clash with Patriots
The Buffalo Bills seek to extend their division lead over the New England Patriots in a Week 4 matchup, while New England grapples with quarterback struggles and injuries.
The Buffalo Bills will host the New England Patriots in Week 4, with a win giving them a three-game advantage in the AFC East and the head-to-head tiebreaker. Buffalo entered the game with a 3-0 record, while the Patriots were 0-3.
New England’s quarterback, Drake Maye, has recorded one touchdown against six interceptions in his first three starts and missed the previous week’s game with a reported shoulder issue. Head coach Bill Vrabel has publicly criticized Maye’s performance in recent press conferences.
The Patriots also listed defensive ends Christian Gonzalez and Christian Barmore as inactive for the contest, further reducing their lineup.
Analysts note that a decisive Bills victory could deepen the Patriots’ early-season challenges beyond the win-loss column, while a competitive game would keep the division race open as the season progresses.