AFC East contenders Patriots and Bills eye Super Bowl runs

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The AFC East enters the 2026 NFL season with the New England Patriots and Buffalo Bills positioned as primary contenders for the Super Bowl. Following a playoff run led by second-year quarterback Drake Maye, the Patriots are viewed as a team being “hunted” by divisional rivals.

The Buffalo Bills, seeking to overcome previous playoff hurdles, have undergone significant leadership changes, including the promotion of Joe Brady to head coach. The team has also bolstered its roster with the acquisition of wide receiver DJ Moore.

Meanwhile, the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins are focused on returning to respectability within a division that appears increasingly top-heavy.

Entities

Buffalo Bills · Drake Maye · Miami Dolphins · New England Patriots · New York Jets

Sources

2026 AFC East Division Odds, Predictions, and Betting Preview [www.canadasportsbetting.ca]

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AFC East led by Patriots and Bills eyeing Super Bowl run. Jets and Dolphins seek respectability [whatsupnewp.com]

10 days ago