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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 4, 2026 01:47 PM ET

Drake Maye leads Patriots on 97-yard touchdown drive against Bills

The 12-play series ties the game 7-7 in Buffalo.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 47m1 min read
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The Patriots just drove 97 yards on 12 plays for a touchdown. Drake Maye was excellent on it. Easily their best drive of Via @FieldYates on X

What happened: The quarterback orchestrated a methodical possession against the opposing defense. The march marked the most efficient sequence of the season for the New England Patriots. The execution closely resembled his strong form from last year.

Why it matters: The Drake Maye-led possession provides early traction for a 2-4 New England team that has dropped four of its last five matchups. Executing a sustained series against the undefeated Bills demonstrates the quarterback's capacity to stabilize the offense. The score offers immediate relief for a unit that has struggled throughout the first six weeks.

By the numbers: The Patriots entered the contest averaging just 14.3 points per game. Buffalo began the day with a 6-0 record and a 31.5 scoring average.

What to watch: New England will attempt to build on the momentum as the game continues. The offense must maintain its rhythm to challenge the undefeated hosts.

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