Bills news: Previewing the Patriots
Josh Allen and the Bills have gotten off to a much better start on offense than Drake Maye and the sputtering Patriots.
The New England Patriots and Buffalo Bills will face off for the 134th time on Sunday afternoon, with vastly different offenses on display. The Bills boast the highest scoring attack in the league this season, averaging 33.7 points per game, while the Patriots are currently the league's worst offense, scoring only 12 points per game.
This matchup marks the second straight year the Bills aim to open their season 4-0, following their dominant 2024 season. Key storylines to watch include the struggles of Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, a sore shoulder limiting his effectiveness, and the impact of rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston and rookie Davison Igbinosun on New England's depleted receiving corps.
Buffalo's improved run defense will also be tested by Patriots running backs Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson. The Bills' offensive line, especially right tackle Spencer Brown, will face challenges from Patriots pass rushers Dre'Mont Jones and Elijah Ponder. Defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard is expected to study Jacksonville Jaguars' gameplan, while Josh Allen will need to contend with an aggressive New England blitz. All eyes will be on defensive tackle Deone Walker, who could be the key to Buffalo's victory.
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