The 2025 season wasn't supposed to go the way it has for the Patriots, as most predicted they would (maybe) double their previous season's win record on their way to rebuilding the culture and the roster. So the fact that they are currently in the driver's seat of the division and nearly the top of the AFC is a big deal for the Mike Vrabel-led team, especially with the rise of Drake Maye.
It has put a lot of unexpected pressure on the reigning divisional champions going into their Week 15 rematch on Sunday, and the Bills are not overlooking this game the way they might have back in October.