| New England Patriots (2-2) at Buffalo Bills (4-0) | |||
| Game Details: Sunday, October 5, 8 p.m. EST | |||
| Location: Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY | |||
| Where to Watch: NBC |
Week 5 Matchup
An old rivalry is set to heat up again under the Sunday night lights. The undefeated Buffalo Bills, playing like a true powerhouse, host a New England Patriots team that’s finding its groove. For the Patriots, it’s a chance to show their 2-2 start isn’t a fluke and that they can compete with the AFC’s best. For the Bills, it’s about defending their home turf, staying unbeaten, and reminding everyone why they’re the top team in the AFC East.
Adding to the drama, this will be the final regular-season game at Highmark Stadium, a venue that’s seen decades of fierce battles between these teams.
Betting Odds
| Team | Spread | Money Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots | +8.5 | +340 | Over 49.5 |
| Buffalo Bills | -8.5 | -430 | Under 49.5 |
** Odds Subject to Change – Courtesy of FanDuel**
Tale of The Tape
| New England Patriots | Team Stats – Avg Per Game | Buffalo Bills |
|---|---|---|
| 25.5 | Points Per Game | 33.3 |
| 235 | Passing Yards Per Game | 240.5 |
| 101.3 | Rushing Yards Per Game | 163.5 |
| 20.3 | Opponents Points Per Game Allowed | 22.5 |
| 241.5 | Opponents Pass Yards Allowed | 125.8 |
| 77.5 | Opponents Rush Yards Allowed | 164.3 |
Statistics from various online sources and courtesy of ESPN
Key Details
New England Patriots
The Patriots look like a team on the rise. After a shaky start to the season, Drake Maye has brought stability and efficiency to the offense. He’s been on the rise, leading the team to a 42-point performance against Carolina last week. That game showcased their versatility, with touchdowns coming from both the offense and special teams.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel spoke about the challenge of playing in Buffalo: “I love the passionate fans. Driving into that stadium, it’s the same scene I’ve seen for 20 years. It’s a great sports town, and we’re excited for Sunday night.”
Buffalo Bills
The Bills are riding high at 4-0, one of only two unbeaten teams in the league. Josh Allen has been playing at an MVP level, racking up seven passing touchdowns with just one turnover in four games. Buffalo’s offense leads the NFL in touchdowns and rushing yards per game, powered by Allen and running back James Cook.
Prediction
Everything says that the point spread is too high. Last week, the Bills won easily, but did not cover. Coach Vrabel has come into Buffalo dozens of times and left with a victory when he was a player. All the warning signs are there…the Bills will not cover. Well, why listen now to warning signs?
