The AFC East is effectively on the line between the Buffalo Bills and the New England Patriots this week. A Patriots win clinches their first division title since 2019, snapping Buffalo’s five-year stretch of first-place finishes. A Bills win all but assures a spot in the postseason, and opens the door for a chaotic scenario for Buffalo to steal back the division lead.
That broad perspective on the game with two quarterbacks at the top of the MVP race squaring off creates a classic shootout matchup.
Last time out against Drake Maye and this rejuvenated New England squad, the Patriots took a 20-10 lead at halftime.