Patriots Lock in No. 4 Pick in 2025 Draft with Win Over Bills – Milton Shines at Quarterback!

Rolling over the chilly terrains of Foxborough, Massachusetts, the New England Patriots clinched a crucial victory against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, knocking them out of contention for the No. 1 pick in the 2025 draft. The thrilling 23-16 win marked the Patriots’ fourth victory of the season, securing their position no later than the fourth pick in the upcoming draft.

The game saw quarterback Drake Maye taking charge at the start but giving way to Joe Milton after just three plays. Milton showcased his prowess by completing 22 of 29 passes for 241 yards and a touchdown, alongside a rushing touchdown. Wide receiver Kayshon Boutte played a pivotal role in the Patriots’ offense, finishing with an impressive seven receptions for 117 yards and a touchdown.

While the Bills managed to take a brief lead with James Cook’s touchdown, Patriots kicker Joey Slye’s field goals of 41, 42, and 50 yards in the third and fourth quarters turned the tide in favor of New England. Cook’s touchdown tied O.J. Simpson’s single-season franchise record with 16 rushing touchdowns, adding further drama to the matchup.

Despite already securing the AFC’s No. 2 seed, the Bills started quarterback Josh Allen briefly before bringing in Mitchell Trubisky and Mike White to close out the game. Von Miller capped off a successful outing by reaching his $1.5 million incentive with a sack on Maye early in the game, contributing to the Patriots’ resounding victory.

Looking ahead, the Patriots have their sights set on making significant improvements during the offseason to come back even stronger in the next season. Meanwhile, the Bills will face off against the AFC’s No. 7 seed in the upcoming weekend, setting the stage for an exciting playoff showdown against one of Denver, Miami, or Cincinnati, depending on the results of the Sunday afternoon games.