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Patriots Blow 21-Point Lead in 35-31 Home Loss to Bills

Stefon Diggs framed the setback as a needed lesson in playing a full 60 minutes.

Overview

  • The defeat ended New England's 10-game winning streak and delayed a chance to clinch the AFC East.
  • Buffalo overturned a 21-0 second-quarter and 17-point halftime cushion, with Josh Allen steering five straight touchdown drives.
  • The Patriots leaned on the ground game with a reported 246 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns as the passing attack stalled late.
  • Diggs finished with three catches for 26 yards and urged teammates to keep their foot on the gas and treat the loss as a lesson.
  • New England's division lead narrowed to one game over Buffalo, with three regular-season games remaining, including trips to Baltimore and New York before hosting Miami.