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NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / October 3

Patriots Eager For Primetime vs. Bills

The New England Patriots will be working for the weekend as they take on the Buffalo Bills in their first primetime matchup of the season. The Pats and the Bills will have a divisional showdown with the world watching as the lone game to cap off the Week 5 Sunday slate, which fires up New England quarterback Drake Maye.

Milton Williams News / New England Patriots on SI / October 3

Patriots Injured Star Defender Returns to Practice

FOXBOROUGH, MA. — With Week 5 showdown against the Buffalo Bills fast approaching, the New England Patriots have received some potentially encouraging news on the practice fields.

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The most significant pass rusher trades in NFL history

To go with Yardbarker's trade installments on quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers, here is a look at the biggest moves involving pass rushers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 3

Patriots' Davis III explains how Bills' Allen plays 'real football'

Patriots' Carlton Davis III explains how Bills' Josh Allen plays 'real football'

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Davis III addressed Allen's unique playing style that helped him become the reigning NFL Most Valuable Player.

Bills signing veteran punter amid injury to Cameron Johnston

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Patriots WR Stefon Diggs opens up about returning to Buffalo

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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 3

49ers' Bourne explains how Jones is different from his Patriots days

49ers' Kendrick Bourne explains how Mac Jones is different from his Patriots days

Following Thursday's win, Bourne discussed how Jones is different from what the signal-caller was during his final days with the Patriots.

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NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / October 3

Patriots Can't Underestimate Bills Defense

The New England Patriots are gearing up for a battle against the Buffalo Bills, who are undefeated through their first four games. While the Bills offense gets a lot of attention with quarterback Josh Allen and running back James Cook, the defense should pose a major challenge as well.

Josh Allen News / New England Patriots on SI / October 3

Patriots HC Gives Josh Allen Major Praise

The New England Patriots face their toughest test of the season to date as they take on the Buffalo Bills in Week 5's edition of Sunday Night Football.

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The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

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Hunter Henry News / Pats Pulpit / October 3

‘Irreplaceable’ Hunter Henry remains a tone setter for the Patriots offense

The New England Patriots went on a shopping spree during the 2021 offseason, but four years later only a handful of the players brought in remain. Among them is Hunter Henry, who continues to be a core member of the team’s offense and along the way has become one of the most prolific tight ends in franchise history.

Milton Williams News / Pats Pulpit / October 3

Milton Williams injury seemingly not considered ‘significant’

The New England Patriots will go up against one of the best teams in the NFL on Sunday night, but there are questions about one of their top players. Starting defensive lineman Milton Williams is nursing an ankle injury that kept him out of Thursday’s practice.

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NFL News / Pats Pulpit / October 2

Patriots vs. Bills Thursday injury report: Milton Williams absent as two starters return

The New England Patriots continued work on the unbeaten Buffalo Bills without Milton Williams. The defensive tackle became a non-participant in Foxborough on Thursday while dealing with an ankle injury.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 2

Injuries continue to pile up for the Bills just days before Week 5 matchup vs. New England Patriots

The Buffalo Bills are a bit banged up heading into the Week 5 matchup against the New England Patriots. Buffalo is hoping to keep its undefeated streak alive against a tough divisional opponent in New England.

New England Patriots News / EssentiallySports / October 2

2X Super Bowl Champ Accuses Bill Belichick of a ‘Lie’ That Forced Him Out of Patriots

On a dull April evening in 2024, a legendary cornerback announced his retirement. “ What a ride it was ,” he said. It was Logan Ryan, the safety, that Bill Belichick brought in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 2

Patriots’ X-factor for Sunday Night Football against Bills

The New England Patriots will enter Bills Mafia territory as they head to Orchard Park, New York, to face Buffalo. This Patriots-Bills battle on Sunday Night Football will have plenty of implications.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 2

Patriots WR Stefon Diggs opens up about returning to Buffalo

On Sunday, Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is set to face his former team, the Bills, at Highmark Stadium for the first time since being traded in April 2024.

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Stefon Diggs News / Field Level Media / October 2

Patriots WR Stefon Diggs ready for return to Buffalo

Wide receiver Stefon Diggs will return to his former home when the New England Patriots face the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night in Orchard Park, N.Y. Diggs spent four seasons with the Bills and earned his only four Pro Bowl selections during that time, then was traded to the Houston Texans following the 2023 season.