In a nail-biter, the Buffalo Bills defeated the New England Patriots 24-21. Josh Allen battled through a near-injury to play, and the game-winning touchdown came from Taron Johnson’s fumble recovery. Despite his potential, Drake Maye faltered when the heat was on.
Match Details: Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots
| Match | Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, January 7, 2025 |
| Time | 1:00 PM ET |
| Location | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough |
| TV Channel | CBS, NFL Network |
| Live Stream | FuboTV, Paramount+, ESPN+ |
| Final Score | Bills 24 – Patriots 21 |
Buffalo Bills Match Player Stats
| Player | CMP/ATT | YDS | TD | INT | RUSH YDS | SACKS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen | 16/29 | 154 | 1 | 1 | 33 | 0 |
| James Cook | 15 | 82 | 1 | 0 | 46 | – |
| Stefon Diggs | 6 | 78 | 0 | 0 | – | – |
| Dalton Kincaid | 4 | 51 | 0 | 0 | – | – |
| Taron Johnson | – | – | 1 | 0 | – | – |
New England Patriots Match Player Stats
| Player | CMP/ATT | YDS | TD | INT | RUSH YDS | SACKS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake Maye | 22/36 | 261 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 1 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | 13 | 90 | 1 | 0 | – | – |
| Hunter Henry | 7 | 68 | 1 | 0 | – | – |
| Kayshon Boutte | 5 | 71 | 1 | 0 | – | – |
Team Stats: Bills vs Patriots
| Category | Buffalo Bills | New England Patriots |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 259 | 309 |
| Passing Yards | 129 | 232 |
| Rushing Yards | 130 | 77 |
| 3rd Down Conv. | 6-15 | 4-12 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Time of Poss. | 28:46 | 31:14 |
Buffalo forced key turnovers while capitalizing on red-zone opportunities. New England controlled possession but struggled to finish drives.
Main Points to Remember
Josh Allen Persisted Despite Feeling Pain
After taking a blow, Allen’s throwing hand became numb. After his absence, he rallied the Bills for a game-winning drive.
Pats Faced Difficulty in the Red Zone
In a close game, New England’s inability to score from inside the red zone ultimately decided the outcome.
The Game-Changing Play by Taron Johnson
The Buffalo defense came up big in the second half, resulting in three turnovers. The game-winning touchdown was secured by Johnson’s fumble recovery.
Important Game Points
Quick Victory for Patriots
With scores on their opening two drives, New England jumped out to a 14-0 lead. A 28-yard touchdown pass was completed by Drake Maye to Kayshon Boutte.
Pre-Halftime Bills Response
In response, James Cook of Buffalo ran for 46 yards for a touchdown. It was 14-10 just before halftime thanks to a field goal.
Patriots Face Costly Second-Half Turnovers
The ball was turned over in the red zone by Drake Maye, who shifted the momentum. James Cook scored a touchdown throw, putting Buffalo ahead.
Concluding Defensive Stops Seal the Win
Maye attempted a reverse pass, but Stevenson fumbled it as New England was running behind schedule. The Patriots’ hopes were dashed when Taron Johnson scored a touchdown off a recovery.
