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New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills: Preview, Predictions and Picks for December 22, 2024

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Dec 22, 2024 5:23 PM
The Buffalo Bills, led by coach Sean McDermott, look to continue their dominance in the AFC East as they host the New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium on December 22. With an impressive 11-3 overall record, 6-0 at home, and 7-2 in conference play, the Bills are poised to take on their longtime rivals. Meanwhile, the Patriots, struggling with a 3-11 record, will aim to spoil the Bills' party in this highly anticipated matchup.
New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills

Current Odds

NE
BUF
Over
48.5
+100
Under
47.5
+100
NE
+9.5
-115
BUF
-7.5
+100
NE
ML
+700
BUF
ML
-667

Patriots vs Bills statistics

Stat Patriots Bills
Points Per Game 17.0 31.8
Total Yards 314.0 373.9
Yards Passing 194.7 243.1
Yards Rushing 119.3 130.8
Points Allowed Per Game 24.1 22.1
Yards Allowed 354.9 360.8
Pass Yards Allowed 227.5 243.1
Rush Yards Allowed 127.4 117.7

Buffalo Bills recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/15/24 @ Detroit Lions W 48-42
12/8/24 @ Los Angeles Rams L 44-42
12/1/24 vs San Francisco 49ers W 35-10
11/17/24 vs Kansas City Chiefs W 30-21
11/10/24 @ Indianapolis Colts W 30-20

New England Patriots recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/15/24 @ Arizona Cardinals L 30-17
12/1/24 vs Indianapolis Colts L 25-24
11/24/24 @ Miami Dolphins L 34-15
11/17/24 vs Los Angeles Rams L 28-22
11/10/24 @ Chicago Bears W 19-3

Buffalo Bills injuries

  • Taylor Rapp (S): Questionable
  • Curtis Samuel (WR): Questionable
  • Matt Milano (LB): Questionable
  • Damar Hamlin (S): Questionable
  • Rasul Douglas (CB): Questionable

New England Patriots injuries

  • Keion White (DE): Questionable
  • Jabrill Peppers (S): Questionable
  • Kyle Dugger (S): Questionable
  • Marcus Jones (CB): Out
  • JaMycal Hasty (RB): Out

Patriots vs Bills game info

Type Info
Venue Highmark Stadium
Location Orchard Park, NY
Kickoff Sun 4:25 PM
TV CBS
Temperature 15°
Chance of Rain 0%

Patriots vs Bills predictions

As we look ahead to the clash between the New England Patriots and the Buffalo Bills, it'll be interesting to see how key players from the Patriots step up in this challenging matchup. Starting quarterback Drake Maye, projected to throw quite a bit, will need to be sharp and minimize turnovers, something he’s struggled with slightly this season. On the ground, Rhamondre Stevenson will be crucial in establishing a run game, potentially giving the Patriots much-needed balance. Also, keep an eye on wide receiver DeMario Douglas. His ability to snag crucial catches could be a game-changer, especially if the Patriots find themselves playing catch-up.

Switching over to the Buffalo Bills, all eyes will likely be on Josh Allen, who is expected to have a significant impact both through the air and on the ground. His dynamic play-making ability keeps defenses guessing, and it’s always exciting to see how he'll distribute the ball among his receivers like Khalil Shakir and tight end Dawson Knox, both of whom could play pivotal roles in stretching the field. Furthermore, James Cook in the backfield will need to capitalize on every touch to control the clock and keep the ball away from the Patriots' offense.

Given the statistical and performance-based analysis, the Buffalo Bills appear to have a distinct advantage at home. Their robust record at Highmark Stadium speaks volumes, and with the depth and versatility of their squad, particularly on offense, they're well-positioned to take this game. The Patriots, while showing moments of promise, might find the Bills' high-powered offense too much to handle this time around. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, expect the Bills to come out on top in what promises to be an exciting AFC East showdown.

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