‘Despite the close game, the Bills’ social media team couldn’t resist taking a dig at their AFC East rivals for the final day of 2023 with a popular internet meme. Ben Affleck deriving deep relief from a cigarette on his front porch embodied the Patriots’ difficult 2023-24 season.’
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Late-season charge earns Bills showdown with Dolphins for division title
‘In what’s become a bit of a pattern for the Bills, the offence — the passing game in particular – did just enough to complement a defensive performance that set the tone for Buffalo.’
Where is Von Miller? Why Bills linebacker is inactive as healthy scratch for Week 17 game vs. Patriots
‘According to The Athletic’s Tim Graham, it was coach Sean McDermott’s decision to sit the linebacker against New England. It is not a result of any injury or legal issue.’
AFC East standings: What Bills’ win, Dolphins’ loss in Week 17 mean for divisional race, NFL playoffs
‘The Dolphins remain an 11-win team and are still among the top contenders in the AFC. However, their recent downturn coupled with Buffalo’s hot streak has put them in danger of losing their grip on the AFC East and becoming a wild-card team instead.’
Bills exact revenge on Patriots, winning in regular season home finale
‘The Patriots received the opening kickoff and got straight to work. Jalen Reagor returned the kick 98 yards for the opening score of the game just 12 seconds into the game.’
McDermott knew Sunday’s matchup with Patriots was going to be a ‘tough game’
‘”We knew it was going to be a tough game, and it was a cordial, professional handshake, and an exchange of words and respect,” McDermott added of his postgame comments with Belichick.’
Allen pleased with win despite offense failing to get into a rhythm
‘”Obviously we’d love to have a home playoff game, would love to get in the playoffs, that’s first-and-foremost,” said Allen during his postgame comments with the media. “Just doing whatever we can do to give ourselves a chance of getting in.”‘
Opinion: Arrow Up/Arrow Down: Patriots at Bills
‘The Patriots blitzed quite a bit and impacted Allen’s throwing, because they were getting close too easily, too often. They only sacked him once, but were credited with eight quarterback hurries.’
Bills to play Dolphins on ‘Sunday Night Football’ in Week 18
‘With a division title on the line in Week 18, the National Football League announced late Sunday night the Buffalo Bills’ and Miami Dolphins’ regular season finale showdown will take place on “Sunday Night Football” in South Florida at Hard Rock Stadium.’
Bills top Patriots 27-21, can win AFC East with win against Dolphins next week
‘Buffalo’s defense shined in the first half forcing four turnovers, including two interceptions from trade deadline aquistion Rasul Douglas, one of which was returned 40 yards for a touchdown. Ed Oliver also had an interception in the first half and Christian Benford forced and recovered a fumble.’
Buffalo Bills defensive back Rasul Douglas shines again in epic performance against New England
‘Douglas had two interceptions in the Bills 27-21 win over the New England Patriots. One of which was returned for a touchdown. He even tipped a ball early in the game that led to another interception by teammate Ed Oliver.’
AFC East title-deciding Bills vs. Dolphins matchup flexed to Sunday night
‘With Buffalo vs. Miami being the final game of the Week 18 slate, the Bills will know whether or not they’ve secured a playoff spot before kickoff due to the above games already being over with.’
Bills earn crucial victory, beat New England 27-21
‘Josh Allen finished the game with 169 passing yards, going 15-30 while also earning two rushing touchdowns, tying the record for most rushing touchdowns by a QB in a single season with 15.’
Carucci Take2: ‘Resilient’ Bills do just enough to have a shot at division title
‘Through the first half, the Bills’ engine mostly ran a little above idle. That was enough to build a 20-14 halftime lead after Jalen Reagor returned the opening kickoff 98 yards for a touchdown.’
Bills’ playoff picture going into week 18
‘If the Dolphins beat the Bills in Week 18, Buffalo would require outside help to potentially grab a playoff spot. The Bills would need either a Steelers or Jaguars loss or a tie between the Texans and Colts to still secure a wild-card berth.’