Overview

• New England edged Buffalo 23-20 in Week 5 in Orchard Park, a win players say must be quickly compartmentalized.
• Stefon Diggs cautioned that New Orleans could be a tougher challenge, praising its front and secondary and stressing preparation.
• The Patriots unveiled a heavier 3-4 look with Khyris Tonga at nose tackle to blunt the Bills’ run game, holding them 10 points under their average.
• Diggs’ rapport with quarterback Drake Maye is growing after limited offseason work, highlighted by 10 catches for 146 yards against Buffalo.
• With Antonio Gibson out for the year, Terrell Jennings is expected to get the first shot if elevated and Jashaun Corbin joined the practice squad, while the Saints bring a top-10 pass defense despite allowing roughly 27 points per game.