The New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills match player stats provide a detailed look at quarterback production, rushing efficiency, receiving performances, scoring plays, and team statistics in one of the NFL’s AFC East rivalries.
This article focuses on the most recent completed meeting identified in the available records: Buffalo Bills 35, New England Patriots 31, Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season, played on December 14, 2025. It also includes the October 5, 2025 matchup and historical head-to-head information where verified data is available.
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Key Statistics
Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots — December 14, 2025
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35
Winner
Week 15
Dec. 14, 2025
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31
Final score
Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts · Regular season
The Bills overcame a 24–7 halftime deficit, scoring 28 points in the second half. Buffalo’s rushing attack and Josh Allen’s three touchdown passes were central to the comeback.
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Team statistics
| Statistic | Buffalo Bills | New England Patriots |
|---|---|---|
| Final score | 35 | 31 |
| Total yards | 349 | 385 |
| Passing yards | 181 | 139 |
| Rushing yards | 168 | 246 |
| Total plays | 67 | 51 |
| Yards per play | 5.2 | 7.5 |
| Time of possession | 35:21 | 24:39 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| First-half points | 7 | 24 |
| Second-half points | 28 | 7 |
The Patriots gained more total and rushing yards, but Buffalo produced more points and avoided turnovers.
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Leading individual performers
| Player | Team | Passing | Rushing | Receiving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen | Bills | 19/28, 193 yards, 3 TD, 0 INT | 11–48 yards | — |
| James Cook | Bills | — | 22–107 yards, 2 TD | 2–4 yards, 1 TD |
| Drake Maye | Patriots | 14/23, 155 yards, 0 TD, 1 INT | 4–43 yards, 2 TD | — |
| TreVeyon Henderson | Patriots | — | 14–148 yards, 2 TD | 2–13 yards |
Format: completions/attempts for passing; carries–yards for rushing; receptions–yards for receiving.
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Career Overview
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The New England Patriots compete in the AFC East of the National Football League. The franchise has a long history of success, including multiple Super Bowl championships and an extended period of divisional competitiveness.
In the December 14, 2025 matchup, the Patriots’ offense generated 246 rushing yards and 385 total yards. TreVeyon Henderson led the rushing attack with 148 yards and two touchdowns, while Drake Maye contributed two rushing scores.
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Buffalo Bills
The Buffalo Bills are also members of the AFC East. Buffalo’s offense in this matchup was led by Josh Allen and James Cook.
Allen completed 19 of 28 passes for 193 yards and three touchdowns without an interception. Cook recorded 107 rushing yards, two rushing touchdowns, and a receiving touchdown. Dawson Knox added two touchdown receptions.
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Matchup context
The Patriots and Bills have played numerous regular-season and postseason games. Their meetings are often relevant to AFC East standings and divisional competition. The 2025 season featured multiple close contests between the teams, including a 23–20 Patriots victory in October and Buffalo’s 35–31 victory in December.
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Career Statistics
The keyword refers to a team matchup rather than one individual player. Therefore, there is no single career-statistics table for the entire matchup. The following tables provide the available career context for the principal players in the December 2025 game.
Josh Allen — career statistical profile
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Bills |
| Position | Quarterback |
| NFL debut | 2018 |
| Draft | 2018, first round |
| Primary role | Starting quarterback |
| Matchup passing performance | 19/28, 193 yards, 3 TD, 0 INT |
| Matchup rushing performance | 11 carries, 48 yards |
A complete career total for passing yards, passing touchdowns, rushing yards, and rushing touchdowns requires a specified statistical cutoff and a complete official career dataset. Those cumulative totals are not reproduced here because they could not be verified from the available sources.
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Drake Maye — career statistical profile
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Team | New England Patriots |
| Position | Quarterback |
| NFL debut | 2024 |
| Draft | 2024, first round |
| Matchup passing performance | 14/23, 155 yards, 0 TD, 1 INT |
| Matchup rushing performance | 4 carries, 43 yards, 2 TD |
The available game records establish Maye’s performance in the December 2025 contest but do not provide a complete, independently verified career statistical ledger.
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Season-by-Season Stats
2025 Patriots–Bills meetings
The two teams met twice during the 2025 regular season in the available records.
| Date | Venue | Result | Leading passing performance | Leading rushing performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 5, 2025 | Highmark Stadium | Patriots 23, Bills 20 | Drake Maye: 22/30, 273 yards | Josh Allen: 9 carries, 53 yards |
| December 14, 2025 | Gillette Stadium | Bills 35, Patriots 31 | Josh Allen: 19/28, 193 yards, 3 TD | TreVeyon Henderson: 14 carries, 148 yards, 2 TD |
The October game was decided by three points, while the December meeting was decided by four.
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October 5, 2025 — individual statistics
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Passing
| Player | Cmp | Att | Yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake Maye | 22 | 30 | 273 | 0 | 0 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | Long | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TreVeyon Henderson | 6 | 24 | 4.0 | 13 | 0 |
| Antonio Gibson | 6 | 21 | 3.5 | 8 | 0 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | 7 | 14 | 2.0 | 7 | 2 |
| Drake Maye | 3 | 12 | 4.0 | 9 | 0 |
| Team total | 22 | 71 | 3.2 | 13 | 2 |
Receiving
| Player | Targets | Receptions | Yards | Average | Long | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stefon Diggs | 12 | 10 | 146 | 14.6 | 32 | 0 |
| Kayshon Boutte | 3 | 3 | 43 | 14.3 | 19 | 0 |
| Hunter Henry | 4 | 2 | 46 | 23.0 | 24 | 0 |
| Demario Douglas | 3 | 2 | 17 | 8.5 | 10 | 0 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | 2 | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 7 | 0 |
| TreVeyon Henderson | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1.5 | 4 | 0 |
| Antonio Gibson | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5.0 | 5 | 0 |
| Team total | 28 | 22 | 273 | 12.4 | 32 | 0 |
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Passing
| Player | Cmp | Att | Yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen | 22 | 31 | 253 | 2 | 1 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | Long | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen | 9 | 53 | — | — | — |
| Team total | 29 | 118 | 4.1 | — | 0 |
Receiving leaders
| Player | Receptions | Yards |
|---|---|---|
| Dalton Kincaid | 6 | 108 |
The October 5 box score confirms the Patriots’ 23–20 victory, Drake Maye’s 273 passing yards, Stefon Diggs’ 146 receiving yards, and Dalton Kincaid’s 108 receiving yards.
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December 14, 2025 — individual statistics
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Passing
| Player | Cmp | Att | Yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen | 19 | 28 | 193 | 3 | 0 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Long | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Cook | 22 | 107 | 12 | 2 |
| Josh Allen | 11 | 48 | 20 | 0 |
| Ty Johnson | 4 | 13 | 9 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Long | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khalil Shakir | 5 | 65 | 37 | 0 |
| Dawson Knox | 3 | 37 | 19 | 2 |
| Dalton Kincaid | 3 | 34 | 24 | 0 |
| Josh Palmer | 1 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| Ty Johnson | 3 | 15 | 12 | 0 |
| Ray Davis | 1 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| Jackson Hawes | 1 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| James Cook | 2 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
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Passing
| Player | Cmp | Att | Yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake Maye | 14 | 23 | 155 | 0 | 1 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Long | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TreVeyon Henderson | 14 | 148 | 65 | 2 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | 6 | 50 | 15 | 0 |
| Drake Maye | 4 | 43 | 17 | 2 |
| Demario Douglas | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Long | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mack Hollins | 4 | 41 | 18 | 0 |
| Kayshon Boutte | 1 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | 3 | 27 | 16 | 0 |
| Stefon Diggs | 3 | 26 | 16 | 0 |
| Hunter Henry | 1 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| TreVeyon Henderson | 2 | 13 | 7 | 0 |
The official Patriots box score and available game records confirm the principal player statistics listed above.
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Records
Records and milestones from the December 2025 matchup
| Record or milestone | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Patriots rushing production | New England recorded 246 rushing yards, its highest total of the 2025 season. |
| Patriots rushing efficiency | The Patriots averaged 9.8 yards per carry, a franchise single-game record according to the team’s game notes. |
| TreVeyon Henderson | Recorded two rushing touchdowns of at least 50 yards in the same game. |
| Drake Maye | Scored two rushing touchdowns in the first quarter. |
| Close divisional meetings | The six most recent Patriots–Bills games had all been decided by one possession as of December 14, 2025. |
| Defensive tackling | Patriots safety Jaylinn Hawkins recorded 11 total tackles, while Marcus Jones recorded 10. |
These milestones are reported in the Patriots’ official game notes for the December 14, 2025 matchup.
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Head-to-head series record
According to the Football Database’s Patriots–Bills series record, the teams had played 133 games, including two postseason meetings, through the available historical record.
| Series category | Record |
|---|---|
| Patriots wins | 80 |
| Bills wins | 52 |
| Ties | 1 |
| Total games | 133 |
The historical series record is separate from the individual player statistics in the 2025 games.
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Awards and Honors
Buffalo Bills
| Player or team | Relevant documented achievement |
|---|---|
| Josh Allen | Selected in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft; established as Buffalo’s starting quarterback. |
| Buffalo Bills | AFC East franchise with multiple postseason appearances and Super Bowl-era history. |
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| Player or team | Relevant documented achievement |
|---|---|
| Drake Maye | Selected in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. |
| New England Patriots | Multiple Super Bowl championships and extensive postseason history. |
A complete list of every career award, Pro Bowl selection, All-Pro honor, and league recognition for all players in the matchup would require a full player-by-player career database. Those complete award records were not verified in the available game sources.
Performance Trends
1. Buffalo’s rushing attack
James Cook carried the ball 22 times for 107 yards and two touchdowns in the December 2025 meeting. His rushing production gave Buffalo a consistent source of offense during the second-half comeback.
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2. New England’s explosive running game
The Patriots produced 246 rushing yards in the December game. TreVeyon Henderson’s 148 yards included two long touchdown runs, while Drake Maye added two rushing touchdowns. The team’s 9.8-yard rushing average was identified by the Patriots as a franchise single-game record.
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3. Quarterback efficiency
| Quarterback | Completions/Attempts | Passing yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen | 19/28 | 193 | 3 | 0 |
| Drake Maye | 14/23 | 155 | 0 | 1 |
Allen recorded more touchdown passes and no interceptions. Maye’s passing output was supplemented by 43 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns.
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4. Scoring distribution
The Patriots led 24–7 at halftime, but Buffalo scored 28 second-half points. The Bills’ scoring surge included two touchdown receptions by Dawson Knox and two rushing touchdowns by James Cook.
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5. Close divisional games
The Patriots’ official game notes stated that the six most recent Patriots–Bills games, ending with the December 14, 2025 matchup, had been decided by one possession. This indicates a sequence of closely contested results, although it does not establish a prediction for future games.
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Historical Context
AFC East rivalry
The Patriots and Bills compete in the same division, making their games relevant to divisional standings, playoff qualification, and head-to-head tiebreakers. The historical series has included regular-season and postseason contests.
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Statistical comparison of the 2025 meetings
| Category | October 5, 2025 | December 14, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Winning team | Patriots | Bills |
| Final score | 23–20 | 35–31 |
| Patriots points | 23 | 31 |
| Bills points | 20 | 35 |
| Patriots leading passer | Drake Maye, 273 yards | Drake Maye, 155 yards |
| Bills leading passer | Josh Allen, 253 yards | Josh Allen, 193 yards |
| Patriots leading rusher | TreVeyon Henderson, 24 yards | TreVeyon Henderson, 148 yards |
| Bills leading rusher | Josh Allen, 53 yards | James Cook, 107 yards |
The two games demonstrate different statistical profiles: the October contest featured substantial passing production from Maye, while the December game featured a major rushing performance by New England and a second-half scoring comeback by Buffalo.
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Comparison with historical averages
A precise comparison with NFL historical averages for passing yards, rushing yards, yards per play, or touchdown rates requires a defined population and time period. The available sources establish the two 2025 game box scores but do not provide a complete historical-average dataset. Therefore, no unsupported league-average comparison is presented.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Patriots vs Bills — recent game results
| Date | Winner | Score | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 22, 2023 | Patriots | 29–25 | New England |
| December 31, 2023 | Bills | 27–21 | Buffalo |
| December 22, 2024 | Bills | 24–21 | New England |
| January 5, 2025 | Patriots | 23–16 | New England |
| October 5, 2025 | Patriots | 23–20 | Buffalo |
| December 14, 2025 | Bills | 35–31 | New England |
The six results above are listed in the Patriots’ official game notes.
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Recent head-to-head record
Across these six listed meetings:
| Team | Wins |
|---|---|
| New England Patriots | 3 |
| Buffalo Bills | 3 |
This is a count of the six specifically listed games, not the all-time series record.
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Head-to-head player comparison — December 14, 2025
| Statistical category | Josh Allen | Drake Maye |
|---|---|---|
| Team | Buffalo Bills | New England Patriots |
| Passing completions | 19 | 14 |
| Passing attempts | 28 | 23 |
| Passing yards | 193 | 155 |
| Passing touchdowns | 3 | 0 |
| Interceptions | 0 | 1 |
| Rushing attempts | 11 | 4 |
| Rushing yards | 48 | 43 |
| Rushing touchdowns | 0 | 2 |
Allen produced three passing touchdowns, while Maye scored twice on the ground.
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New England Patriots — December 2025 matchup
The Patriots entered the December 14 meeting with an 11–3 record, according to the official game listing. New England scored 24 first-half points and finished with 385 total yards, including 246 rushing yards. The team ultimately lost 35–31 after Buffalo’s second-half comeback.
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Buffalo Bills — December 2025 matchup
Buffalo entered the game with a 10–4 record. The Bills trailed 24–7 at halftime but scored 28 second-half points. Josh Allen threw three touchdowns without an interception, and James Cook contributed two rushing touchdowns plus a receiving touchdown.
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2025 meeting results
| Team | October 5 | December 14 |
|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots | Won 23–20 | Lost 31–35 |
| Buffalo Bills | Lost 20–23 | Won 35–31 |
These results describe the two available 2025 regular-season meetings and should not be treated as a current 2026 season record.
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Statistical Highlights
- 35–31: Buffalo’s final score in the December 14, 2025 game.
- 24–7: New England’s halftime lead.
- 28: Buffalo’s second-half points.
- 193 passing yards: Josh Allen’s total in the December meeting.
- 3 passing touchdowns: Allen’s total, with no interceptions.
- 148 rushing yards: TreVeyon Henderson’s total for New England.
- 107 rushing yards: James Cook’s total for Buffalo.
- 246 rushing yards: New England’s team total.
- 9.8 yards per carry: Patriots’ franchise single-game rushing-average record, according to the team’s official game notes.
- 146 receiving yards: Stefon Diggs’ total in the October 5, 2025 matchup.
- 108 receiving yards: Dalton Kincaid’s total in the October 5, 2025 matchup.
- 80–52–1: New England’s historical series record against Buffalo in the Football Database record covering 133 games.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who won the New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills match in December 2025?
The Buffalo Bills defeated the New England Patriots 35–31 on December 14, 2025. Buffalo came back from a 24–7 halftime deficit.
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2. How many passing yards did Josh Allen record against the Patriots?
Josh Allen completed 19 of 28 passes for 193 yards, three touchdowns, and zero interceptions in the December 14, 2025 matchup.
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3. How many rushing yards did TreVeyon Henderson have against the Bills?
TreVeyon Henderson recorded 148 rushing yards on 14 carries and scored two rushing touchdowns in the December 2025 game.
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4. How many touchdowns did James Cook score?
James Cook scored two rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown in the December 14, 2025 game.
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5. How did Drake Maye perform against Buffalo?
Drake Maye completed 14 of 23 passes for 155 yards, with no passing touchdowns and one interception. He also rushed for 43 yards and two touchdowns.
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6. Who led the Patriots in receiving in the December 2025 game?
Mack Hollins led New England with four receptions for 41 yards.
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7. Who led the Bills in receiving?
Khalil Shakir led Buffalo with five receptions for 65 yards.
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8. How many times did the Patriots and Bills play in the 2025 regular season?
The teams played twice in the 2025 regular season. New England won the October 5 game 23–20, and Buffalo won the December 14 game 35–31.
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9. What was the Patriots’ rushing total in the December 2025 game?
New England rushed for 246 yards. The Patriots’ official game notes described it as a season high and reported a franchise-record 9.8 yards per carry in that game.
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10. What is the all-time Patriots vs Bills record?
The Football Database lists the historical series as New England 80 wins, Buffalo 52 wins, and one tie across 133 games, including two postseason meetings.
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11. Did the Patriots win the October 2025 game against Buffalo?
Yes. New England defeated Buffalo 23–20 on October 5, 2025, at Highmark Stadium.
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12. Where can I find the official player box score?
The official Patriots website provides the December 14, 2025 game box score, including passing, rushing, and receiving statistics. The NFL’s game center also provides the October 5, 2025 matchup information.
Sources and References
The following sources were used to verify the game results and statistical details:
- National Football League — Official Patriots at Bills game center, Week 5, 2025.
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- New England Patriots — Official Week 15, 2025 box score: Bills at Patriots.
- New England Patriots official team website — Game notes: Patriots produce season-high 246 rushing yards.
- Pro-Football-Reference — Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots, December 14, 2025.
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- The Football Database — Patriots vs. Bills head-to-head results.
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- NFL official game statistics PDF — New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills, October 5, 2025.
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Statistical scope: The article focuses on the two 2025 regular-season meetings and the historical series record available in the cited sources. Complete career totals for every player, full defensive statistics, and a comprehensive season-by-season career database were not verified and have not been invented.
