New England
Patriots
1-2
6
FINAL
21
Buffalo
Bills
2-1
AI Recap
AI RECAPThe Buffalo Bills topped the New England Patriots 21-6 in a decisive Week 4 matchup of the 2026 season. The victory not only solidifies Buffalo's standing in the division but also marks a significant moment in their quest for a playoff berth as the season unfolds.
Quarterback Josh Allen was the standout performer for the Bills, throwing for 238 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his ability to connect with playmakers downfield. DJ Moore was a key target, racking up 81 receiving yards, while TreVeyon Henderson led the Patriots on the ground with 73 rushing yards but couldn't find the end zone. Buffalo's offense executed effectively, capitalizing on their opportunities and maintaining control throughout the contest.
Defensively, Buffalo made crucial plays that shifted the momentum in their favor. Christian Benford's interception and TJ Parker's sack were pivotal in stifling New England's drives, while the Bills' overall pressure forced the Patriots into uncomfortable situations. The turning point came late in the second quarter when Allen connected with Moore for a touchdown, giving Buffalo a commanding lead that they would not relinquish.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen | QB | 14 | 8 | 57% | 238 | 3 | 1 | 111.6 |
| Drake Maye | QB | 18 | 5 | 28% | 51 | 0 | 2 | 0.0 |
| Romeo Doubs | WR | 0 | 1 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TreVeyon Henderson | HB | 15 | 73 | 4.9 | 18 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| James Cook III | HB | 8 | 40 | 5.0 | 15 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ Moore | WR | 2 | 81 | 40.5 | 21 | 0 | 45 | 0 |
| George Pickens | WR | 2 | 71 | 35.5 | 46 | 2 | 70 | 0 |
| James Cook III | HB | 3 | 60 | 20.0 | 49 | 1 | 50 | 0 |
| A.J. Brown | WR | 3 | 42 | 14.0 | 2 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| Dalton Kincaid | TE | 1 | 26 | 26.0 | 10 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
| Hunter Henry | TE | 1 | 10 | 10.0 | — | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Romeo Doubs | WR | 1 | -1 | -1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Benford | CB | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jalon Kilgore | SS | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Craig Woodson | SS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Christian Gonzalez | CB | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tre'Davious White | CB | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| TJ Parker | REDG | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C.J. Gardner-Johnson | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shavon Revel Jr | CB | 1 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jaylen Reed | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cole Bishop | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Kevin Byard III | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Davison Igbinosun | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Christian Barmore | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Namdi Obiazor | WILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robert Spillane | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Carlton Davis III | CB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Landon Jackson | DT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Terrel Bernard | MIKE | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Younghoe Koo | K | 2 | 2 | 0 | 52 |
| Bryce Baringer | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tommy Doman Jr | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyler Bass | K | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |

