Rex Burkhead lost a fumble early in the first quarter, but scored the winning TD in the final five minutes for the Patriots.

Julian Edelman left Saturday’s game with an injury, but returned to provide a spark in New England’s 24-17 win over Buffalo.

New England scores late in the fourth quarter, then stops Buffalo’s final drive to win 24-17.

New England players speak in almost reverential tones about the up-and-coming Bills.

The Buffalo quarterback had one of his worst games of the season – three interceptions and a fumble – in a 16-10 loss to New England in September.

Tom Brady has no contract for next season and his plans are cloudy. Could the end of his time with the Patriots be near?

The second-year defensive back – in the shadow of Stephon Gilmore and Devin McCourty – has stepped up for a dominating defense.

New England got contributions from its running game and rookie receiver N’Keal Harry, but is a long way from the dominant unit it once was.

The NFL needs to be as transparent as possible in its investigation of Spygate II.