NFL Preview: Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots – Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024
The New England Patriots (3-11) look to snap their losing streak when they face the Buffalo Bills (11-3) on Sunday, December 22 at 4:25 PM ET at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. The Bills are heavy favorites at home as they have a point spread at -13.5 (-120).
New England Patriots Betting Preview
The Patriots have lost their last four games and need to break the cycle soon. Their last loss was a 30-17 outing against the Arizona Cardinals.
This game was within reach despite what the score says, as they were down 13-3 at the half. However, they had a 14-point outburst in the fourth but allowed the Cardinals to also gain 14 points as well at the same time. Drake Maye had a solid performance with 19 of 23 passes for 202 yards, a touchdown, but one turnover that hampered his success.
On paper, these two teams had similarities for total yards and first downs. The real difference was time of possession, where the Cardinals had control of the ball for about 34 minutes.
The Patriots rank second to last in points scored a game at 17.0. Their defense ranks 23rd in allowing 24.1 points a game. This negative ratio will not cut it against the Bills.
Buffalo Bills Betting Preview
The Bills have won four out of their last five, while producing excellent offense along the way. Their latest battle was a 48-42 victory over the Detroit Lions, marking their second consecutive game where they scored over 40 points.
Their offense has shown to put up big numbers in a hurry, as they put up 13 or more points in three out of the four quarters. Josh Allen was responsible for four touchdowns total, as he completed 23 of his 34 passes for 362 yards and threw two touchdowns.
Stats show that both teams had great offensive efficiency, as they both cleared 520 yards and had at least 28 first downs. The Bills had possession of the ball just under 33 minutes to take control of the pace.
The Bills have put together the second-best offense in the league at 31.8 points a game. On defense, they rank 12th in allowing 22.1 points a game. This is a great separation, assuming their offense stays healthy.
Odds, Series Trends, and Free Pick
MyBookie has you set for the best New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills betting odds, currently favoring the Bills by 13.5-points. In conjunction with market predictions, the Bills have an 82.6 percent chance of winning outright.
Allen is having a MVP-caliber season and this team is aiming for another playoff run. Their offense has been outstanding in the last handful of games, but their defense is a bit lacking. Look for the Bills to cover the spread.
Final Pick: Buffalo Bills -13.5 (-120)
