Bills AFC East finale Miami 27-21 win Patriots

Buffalo Bills defeat New England Patriots 27-21, maintain path to playoffs. Josh Allen runs for two touchdowns, cornerback Rasul Douglas returns two interceptions.

The Buffalo Bills secured a 27-21 victory over the New England Patriots on Sunday, with Josh Allen running for two touchdowns and cornerback Rasul Douglas returning one of his two interceptions for a score. This win has positioned the Bills to compete for the AFC East title in their upcoming season-ending game against the Miami Dolphins, who are also vying for the title.

Despite the Bills' inconsistent offense, they were able to capitalize on three defensive takeaways in the first half, converting them into a touchdown and two field goals. The game began with the Patriots scoring a touchdown on a 98-yard kickoff return by Jalen Reagor, but the Bills responded by maintaining control of the game and securing the win.

New England, with a record of 4-12, struggled with turnovers throughout the game, committing four in total. Quarterback Bailey Zappe threw three interceptions and the Patriots had only two first downs in their first six possessions. Despite a late rally, the Patriots were unable to overcome the Bills' lead.

The Bills' defense, led by Allen and Douglas, proved to be too much for the Patriots to handle. Allen, with his 15th rushing touchdown of the season, is one touchdown away from matching the team's season record set by O.J. Simpson in 1975. While Allen's streak of games throwing a touchdown came to an end, he still played a crucial role in the Bills' victory.

As the Bills prepare for their season-ending showdown against the Dolphins, they have the opportunity to clinch a playoff berth with the right combination of results in other games. With their sights set on the AFC East title, the Bills are determined to secure their path to the playoffs and continue their winning streak.