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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.

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / October 2

Pair of Patriots starters give updates on their injury situations

The New England Patriots are facing some injury questions heading into their primetime matchup with the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night. Among those whose statuses are uncertain are a pair of starters, left guard Jared Wilson and outside linebacker K’Lavon Chaisson.

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Talk / October 2

Milton Williams out of Patriots practice Thursday, Carlton Davis limited

The Patriots had a few defensive players take steps in the wrong direction on Thursday's injury report. Defensive tackle Milton Williams went from limited participation on Wednesday to out of practice entirely on Thursday.

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How many of the active NFL players to record at least 140 receiving yards in more than one game can you name in five minutes?

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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.

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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.

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / October 2

Stefon Diggs continuing to grow in Josh McDaniels’ Patriots offense

During a blowout Week 4 win, the New England Patriots moved wide receiver Stefon Diggs all around their offense. The result: the wide receiver eclipsed the 100-yard mark for the first time in 22 games.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / October 2

Patriots Targeting Bills Star in Scouting Report

The New England Patriots are massive underdogs against the AFC East leader Buffalo Bills going into Week 5. While reigning league MVP Josh Allen provides his own set of problems for the Patriots defense, the unit cannot ignore the impact Bills running back James Cook has in the offense.

NFL News / CBSSports.com / October 2

Drake Maye could tie Tom Brady in the NFL record book if he can pull off this feat against the Bills in Week 5

Maye is off to a strong start to his second NFL campaign

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

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

Bill Parcells News / New England Patriots on SI / October 2

Retired Patriots OT Praises Bill Parcells on HOF Induction

The legendary Bill Parcells was inducted into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame as the franchise's 36th inductee. Some say it was a bit too late, as the former head coach deserved to be enshrined with a red jacket far earlier for his contributions to the team.

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.

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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.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / October 2

Three Patriots WR Legends Take Step Toward Hall of Fame

Three more New England Patriots have gotten one step closer to football immortality. The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced that the initial senior era ballot for the Class of 2026 has been narrowed down to 52 former players, including three former wide receivers with ties to New England.

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.