‘The telling statistic for the Bills is that they are 0-2 in the AFC East, and a loss tonight would severely damage their hopes of a third-straight division crown, to say nothing of possibly jeopardizing a spot in this year’s playoffs.’
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Full AFC East has become a ‘division rivalry’
‘Resurgent Miami is on top with the same 8-3 record as Buffalo, but with the advantage of a head-to-head victory. The vastly improved Jets are 7-4 but have lost twice to the 6-5 Pats, who are very much alive in the playoff race. That’s why tomorrow night’s game at Gillette Stadium is so important for the Bills, who are 0-2 in the division.’
The Perfect Game: As Bills face New England, a look back at playoff game when ‘everything fell into place’
‘Each phase of the Bills was operating at peak level in their 47-17 destruction of the Patriots. Sure, it won’t mean much when the Bills (8-3) play at New England (6-5) on Thursday night – this is a new season with new play-callers, new players, etc. But since the teams haven’t played each other since Jan. 15, it was worth a shot canvassing the locker room for their memories of “The Perfect Game.”’
Bills Notebook: Dion Dawkins joins Von Miller in being declared out for game against New England
‘Neither move was unexpected, as both players were unable to practice all week.’
Scouting Report: Thursday night games have been Josh Allen’s time to shine
‘Prediction: Bills 23, Patriots 20.’
How we see it: News writers offer predictions for Bills vs. Patriots
‘The Bills rushed for 114 in the regular-season win at New England and 174 in the wild-card win, with Allen producing 64 and 66 rushing yards, respectively. I think if the Bills get to 125 rushing yards, regardless of who’s running, they win. The Bills are the better team when healthy. I don’t believe in the Pats’ offense, but I believe in Bill Belichick. Patriots, 23-20.’
View from Vegas: Patriots have shown ability to bounce back after allowing 30 points
‘Prediction: Bills over Patriots by 1.’
Buffalo fans travel well – together – for road games: ‘Bills Mafia is like family’
‘“It’s all about the camaraderie and family and being a part of Bills Mafia is like family,” said Vaccaro, who for five consecutive seasons planned one group road trip a season, calling it Bills Trips, until the pandemic slowed that down in 2020. “Being part of something with hundreds of people who you’re going to party with and you love the same thing, there’s no better feeling than that.”’
Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots prediction and keys to Thursday Night Football game
‘Sal’s prediction: New England Patriots 23, Buffalo Bills 21.’
What channel is the Bills game on? How to watch Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots
‘You don’t have many options for this one. It’s an Amazon Prime telecast so you will need to be a subscriber to that streaming service. Prime offers two forms of membership: $14.99 per month or $139 per year. Prime Video membership alone is $8.99 per month.’
Bills vs. Patriots preview for Week 13: Keys to the game & our writers make their picks
‘The Bills made it look easy in those two games, but Allen isn’t expecting to just pick up where they left off on Thursday Night Football when they travel to Gillette Stadium to battle their AFC East rivals for the first time this season.’
Five Takes: Will Bills pressure Mac, Patriots en route to first divisional win? Game preview and prediction for BUF-NE
‘Miller’s absence will allow Rousseau and the other young Bills pass rushers a chance to shine. Before his injury, Rousseau was performing at a high level, which provides hope that he will be able to lead this unit despite it being without the services of one of its driving forces. Through eight games played this season, Rousseau has posted a pass rush win rate of 22.6%, placing him 11th amongst all edge defenders, even ahead of Miller (18.2%), according to Pro Football Focus.’
Thursday’s New England Coverage
Damien Harris, Isaiah Wynn ruled out for Patriots vs. Bills on Thursday (Boston Globe)
Here are five thoughts on the Patriots ahead of Thursday night’s showdown against the Bills (Boston Globe)
The Patriots have yet to beat a high-quality quarterback. Will it happen Thursday against Josh Allen and the Bills? (Boston Globe)
How Bill Belichick can scheme a defensive plan to slow Josh Allen (Boston Herald)
How Mac Jones and the Patriots offense can pull off an upset against the Bills (Boston Herald)
How the Patriots are preparing to upset the Bills and what else they might try (Boston Herald)
Injury report: Patriots rule out two starters for Thursday, but so do Bills (Springfield Republican)
Patriots vs. Bills preview: Can Bill Belichick’s defense finally stop Josh Allen? (Springfield Republican)
Here are 3 things the Patriots must do to beat the Buffalo Bills (Springfield Republican)
Patriots-Bills game will be on ‘local’ TV, but not in Western Mass. Thursday; here’s why (Springfield Republican)
Zero Patriots named to ESPN’s ‘NFL Top 25 Under 25 list;’ were they snubbed? (Springfield Republican)
Tyler Hetu: With AFC East no longer certain, Patriots host Bills in big division tilt (Attleboro Sun Chronicle)
A must, must win for Pats (Lawrence Eagle Tribune)
Incredibly, it’s the return of the Prime Time Patriots (Nashua Telegraph)
Patriots Defender Uses Harsh Description For Playoff Loss To Bills (NESN)
Damien Harris Injury: Which Patriots Running Back Will Step Up? (NESN)
Patriots Injury Report: Two Starters Ruled Out For Bills Matchup (NESN)
Bills Rule Out Two Starters For Thursday Night Patriots Game (NESN)
Seven Problems Patriots Must Remedy To Pull Off Upset Over Bills (NESN)
Patriots’ Defense Can’t Overlook This Unheralded Bills Weapon (NESN)
Wind Absolutely Could Be Factor In Patriots-Bills Week 13 Matchup (NESN)
Patriots Mailbag: Could Tom Brady Actually Return To Pats? (NESN)
Bills’ 1990s Super Bowl Woes Magnify Significance Of Patriots’ Dynasty (NESN)
How 2002 Drew Bledsoe Trade Shaped Patriots-Bills Rivalry (NESN)
By The Numbers: Tom Brady’s Patriots Career Featured Bills Dominance (NESN)
Harris, Wynn won’t play in Patriots’ Week 13 showdown vs. Bills (NBC Sports Boston)
Can the Patriots’ offense keep up with AFC hopefuls? (NBC Sports Boston)
Curran: It’s exam time for Patriots; are they any better than January? (NBC Sports Boston)
Soft-spoken Deatrich Wise Jr.’s actions, leadership speaking volumes for Patriots (WEEI-FM)
Damien Harris, Isaiah Wynn ruled out vs. Bills (WEEI-FM)
Patriots catch two big breaks heading into Bills game (WEEI-FM)
Why Jack Jones might be one of Patriots’ most important players against the Bills (WEEI-FM)
Mercifully, Patriots fans can actually watch Thursday night’s game on regular TV (WEEI-FM)
The Patriots’ offensive line will be in flux again against the Bills (WBZ-FM)
Bills rule out two key starters for matchup with Patriots (WBZ-FM)
The biggest challenge yet: Patriots vs. Bills What to Watch For (WBZ-FM)
Patriots injury report: Andrews questionable; Harris, Wynn ruled out vs. Bills (WBZ-TV)
Bills rule out Von Miller, Dion Dawkins for Thursday night’s game vs. Patriots (WBZ-TV)
Patriots’ defense not hiding from the challenge of facing Josh Allen and Bills (WBZ-TV)
What to watch for: Do Patriots stand a chance against the Bills? (WBZ-TV)
Analysis: Patriots Rule Out RB Damien Harris (Thigh), List Six as Questionable for Thursday Night vs. Bills (Patriots.com)
Week 13: Patriots – Bills Injury Report (Patriots.com)
Game Preview: Bills at Patriots (Patriots.com)
Scouting the Bills: A Five-Step Plan for the Patriots to Beat the Bills on Thursday Night (Patriots.com)
Expert Predictions: Week 13 picks for Patriots vs. Bills (Patriots.com)
How to Watch/Listen: Bills at Patriots (Patriots.com)
Stakes High For Bills And Patriots Entering Latest Matchup
‘“Division games, you got to win them,” Allen said. “We know our record this year in them. It’s not easy going on the road and playing in division games. We got to understand that and be ready for it again, a hostile environment.”’
Allen, Bills Look To Notch 3rd Straight Win Over Patriots
‘Key Matchup: Allen vs. Patriots pass rush. Allen used both his arm and legs to hurt the Patriots in Buffalo’s two most recent wins. He had three passing TDs and rushed for 64 yards in the second regular-season meeting last season. He followed that up with five passing TDs and 66 rushing yards in the playoff victory. Preventing Allen from getting outside the pocket and extending plays will be the top priority for the Patriots defense.’