Overview
- The Patriots are 4-2 with three consecutive wins, placing them atop the AFC East.
- A Week 5 victory over Buffalo combined with the Bills’ loss to Atlanta gives New England the current tiebreaker.
- Head coach Mike Vrabel said the standings are not the focus, pointing to preparation for a third straight road game at the 1-5 Titans.
- Stefon Diggs urged teammates not to “drink the Kool-Aid,” emphasizing commitment to the process over early praise.
- National analysts raised expectations, with Drew Brees ranking New England No. 5 and Tom Brady placing them No. 10.