Patriots end Bills' perfect start with 29-26 upset win
Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes as the New England Patriots beat the previously unbeaten Buffalo Bills 29-26 on Sunday.
Maye, who had thrown six interceptions in New England's first three games, delivered three touchdown passes including a one-handed catch by Efton Chism with 1:50 left. The Patriots trailed 26-21 before Maye led an eight-play drive capped by the winning score.
Maye finished 22 of 37 for 269 yards and shook off two first-half turnovers. Romeo Doubs caught two touchdown passes and Rhamondre Stevenson scored on a 1-yard run.
Buffalo's Josh Allen threw for 253 yards with a touchdown but also tossed an interception that sealed the loss. The Bills' defence was hampered by injuries to cornerback Christian Benford and tackle Ed Oliver.
New England improved to 2-2 while Buffalo dropped to 3-1, keeping the AFC East tightly contested.
- New England 29, Buffalo 26
- Final score
- 22 of 37 for 269 yards, 3 TDs
- Drake Maye stats
- 73 yards, 8 plays
- Winning drive
- 253 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
- Josh Allen stats
Why it mattersThe upset win gets New England back in contention for the division lead and suggests Maye is finding consistency after a rough start.
AustraliaNFL fans in Australia who back either the Patriots or Bills now see New England still alive in the AFC East race after a crucial road win.
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