‘It’s a matchup of strength versus strength. The Bills carry with them into this one the No. 1-ranked rushing attack in the NFL at 163.5 yards per game. The next-closest team is Washington at 154.8, with no other team tallying over 150 rushing yards per game.’
BillsBeat - October 3, 2025
James Cook named AFC Offensive Player of the Month
‘Cook had a standout September, carrying the ball 75 times for 401 yards, second most in the NFL only behind Colts RB Jonathan Taylor. He also caught 12 passes for 89 yards, showcasing his versatility as both a rusher and receiver. He’s averaging 5.4 yards per carry.’
'Bring the noise, bring the juice' | Josh Allen and Bills players anticipate the Sunday night, White Out divisional battle against New England
‘”[New England’s] a team that’s always played at a very high level … These division games are tough anytime you play each other just because you’re so familiar with each other,” quarterback Josh Allen said. ” … it’s no different this Sunday.”‘
Bills vs. Patriots | Weekly notes, quotes and stats before Week 5 matchup
‘”Learning the importance of a divisional game is the biggest thing in football to get to the next level of the regular season,” Dawkins said. “…Handle your divisional games, you’ll probably have a great shot of making it to the playoffs. McDermott has preached that…it’s we won’t lose at home mindset and handle our division. The intensity is always high because we know how much it means to him and now because of how much it meant to him, how much it means to us.”‘
Bills RB James Cook named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for September
‘Cook ranks second in the NFL in rushing yards (401) on 75 carries and has added 12 catches for 89 yards. As a team, the Bills lead the NFL in rushing yards during their 4-0 start to the season.’
BillsBeat - October 2, 2025
Analysis: A perfect start is what matters, but Bills know there are deficiencies to be addressed
‘When the schedule starts to get a bit tougher, will the Bills’ flaws come back to bite them? Buffalo’s next two opponents – the Patriots and Falcons – are a combined 4-4. Nobody is confusing either of them with the ’85 Bears, but consider this: Buffalo’s first four opponents are a combined 2-14. “We could play better, for sure. I know I could play better. I’m excited for the future. Moving forward, we’re 4-0 now, but there is room to grow,” defensive end Greg Rousseau said Wednesday. “It would be scary if we were peaking right now and there was no room to grow. I know I’ve got a lot to work on, the rest of the team, we’ve all got ways we can get better.”‘
Bills notebook: Ed Oliver, Matt Milano return to practice; Buffalo prepares for Stefon Diggs
‘Oliver, linebacker Matt Milano (pectoral) and right tackle Spencer Brown (calf) were limited on Wednesday. It was the first practice back for Oliver since Sept. 10, and the first for Milano since getting injured in the Week 2 game against the New York Jets.’
Dan Darragh, 78, environmental attorney, former Bills quarterback
‘Wearing No. 10, he was part of an all-rookie backfield. Things quickly went downhill. His only victory as a pro starter came Sept. 29 in War Memorial Stadium, a 37-35 upset over the New York Jets, who went on to win the Super Bowl.’
Bills face special teams test against explosive Patriots returners
‘“They’ve built a really explosive roster,” coach Sean McDermott said. “They’ve got a lot of team speed, in particular at the returner position. I think they’ve got three returns for touchdowns if you include the preseason as well. So very impressed by what they’ve done, and we’re going to have to play a great game on special teams for sure.”’
Bills add linebacker to injury list: Latest on what McDermott said
‘Williams has been starting in place of the injured Matt Milano (pectoral muscle) for the past two games, and Milano was one of three players who sat out last week’s victory over New Orleans who practiced only on a limited basis. The others are defensive tackle Ed Oliver (ankle) and offensive tackle Spencer Brown (calf)’
Josh Allen says 'Go Pokes' on Sunday Night Football intro. Here’s what it means
‘It’s his nod to the University of Wyoming, where “Go Pokes” is the rallying cry for the Cowboys.’
Josh Allen vs. Drake Maye will be a duel between 2 top-ranked quarterbacks: Who is better?
‘This week Allen goes head-to-head against a rising quarterback in the AFC East, Drake Maye of the New England Patriots. McKessy ranks Maye as the sixth-best QB in the league.’
Which team will hand the undefeated Buffalo Bills their first loss?
‘The Bils may have their hands full with the division rival New England Patriots on Sunday in primetime. Second-year quarterback Drake Maye has been impressive, throwing seven touchdowns in the Pats’ first four games.’
Bills defensive end Greg Rousseau isn't sounding alarms despite limited early sack production
‘Greg Rousseau signed a four-year, $80 million extension with the Buffalo Bills in March and there is an expectation that his play should not only match, but exceed that contract. Even general manager Brandon Beane said at the NFL scouting combine that he would like to see Rousseau become a double-digit sack player.’
Thursday's New England Coverage
Patriots defense up against it this week preparing for reigning MVP Josh Allen and ‘huge humans’ in front of Bills QB (Boston Globe)
The Patriots are playing a lot better, but they’ve still been sloppy and sleepy in the first quarter (Boston Globe)
laying at Buffalo will be a first for Stefon Diggs since Patriots WR’s productive stint with Bills ended in trade (Boston Globe)
Patriots mailbag: Talking defense, and who knew Stefon Diggs was a good leader? (Boston Globe)
Callahan: Why the Patriots can still ‘win’ at Buffalo even if they lose (Boston Herald)
Drake Maye vs. Josh Allen: How Patriots, Bills QBs compare through 16 games (Boston Herald)
Patriots’ Stefon Diggs opens up about ’emotional’ return to Buffalo (Boston Herald)
Patriots know primetime matchup vs. Bills will be ‘measuring stick’ (Boston Herald)
Two Patriots defensive starters don’t practice ahead of Bills game (Boston Herald)
Patriots Pro Bowl receiver ready for emotional return to Buffalo (Springfield Republican)
Stefon Diggs clarifies comments on his comfort level with Patriots offense (Springfield Republican)
Drake Maye looking forward to first prime-time game as a starter (Springfield Republican)
Patriots QB Drake Maye is already ahead of Josh Allen’s development (Springfield Republican)
Veteran starter and leading tackler returns to Patriots (Springfield Republican)
Here’s one way a Patriots upset of the Bills makes sense | Karen Guregian (Springfield Republican)
Patriots All-Pro earns another NFL honor (Springfield Republican)
Bills’ Allen has Vrabel on the defensive (Attleboro Sun Chronicle)
Patriots Notebook: Diggs ready to shuffle back to Buffalo (Attleboro Sun Chronicle)
Stefon Diggs’ comeback is underway with the Patriots (ESPN)
Stefon Diggs Shares How He Expects ‘Emotional’ Return to Buffalo to Go (SI)
Patriots Star Stefon Diggs Praises Bills Fans Ahead Of Week 5 Return (NESN)
Stefon Diggs Drops Truth Bomb On Patriots’ Week 5 Matchup Vs. Bills (NESN)
Marcus Jones Earns Prestigious Award After Patriots’ Week 4 Win (NESN)
VA Hero Of The Week: Drake Maye Leads Patriots To First Home Win Of Mike Vrabel Era (NESN)
Stefon Diggs sees similar ‘dog’ mindsets in Drake Maye, Josh Allen (NBC Sports Boston)
Diggs: Only way to control Buffalo environment is to ‘stay in the green’ (NBC Sports Boston)
Patriots Mailbag: A Will Campbell check-in, Diggs’ comfort level and more (NBC Sports Boston)
Stefon Diggs prepares for first game back in Buffalo: ‘More personal than professional’ (WEEI-FM)
Patriots could add to linebacker room this week (WBZ-FM)
Marcus Jones gets league recognition after historic performance (WBZ-FM)
Patriots add two more offensive linemen to practice squad (WBZ-FM)
Patriots add linemen to injury report to start Week 5 (WBZ-FM)
Stefon Diggs is ready for an emotional return to Buffalo in Week 5 (WBZ-TV)
Marcus Jones Named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week (Patriots.com)
Patriots Claim Second AFC Special Teams Honor Thanks to Marcus Jones’ Big Day (Patriots.com)
Transcript: Head Coach Mike Vrabel Press Conference 10/1 (Patriots.com)
Week 5 Injury Report: Patriots at Bills (Patriots.com)