"Offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and Maye have been cooking in the passing game over the Patriots' last three games, but the sledding figures to be a lot tougher this week. Sean McDermott's group has been elite against the pass to start 2025, ranking third in opponent yards per completion (7.9), eighth in opponent completion percentage (62.14%), and No. 1 in gross passing yards allowed per game (141.0), per Team Rankings."
"New England should still be able to scheme up its fair share of big plays, especially in what will be a Stefon Diggs revenge game. But there's a clear weak point in Buffalo's defense against the run - and the Patriots will need to get their act together in that department to take advantage and pull off a huge road upset."
New England enters October riding high after scoring 40 points against the Carolina Panthers and establishing offensive rhythm. Week 5 marks the first true litmus test of the Mike Vrabel era as the Patriots travel to Orchard Park for their first prime-time game against the 4-0 Buffalo Bills. Drake Maye passed for 261 yards and rushed for 30 in a recent 24-21 loss at Buffalo. Josh McDaniels and Maye have produced in the passing game, but Buffalo ranks among the NFL's best against the pass while showing a clear weakness against the run. New England must fix its inconsistent rushing attack to exploit that gap and contain Josh Allen's high-output offense.
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