Buffalo Bills Set for Redemption as AFC East Race Heats Up in 2026
After an impressive turnaround, the New England Patriots transformed from a 13-loss team to Super Bowl contenders under the leadership of quarterback Drake Maye, who became the MVP runner-up, and coach Mike Vrabel, who earned NFL Coach of the Year honors. However, doubts linger as New England faced the easiest schedule in the NFL, raising questions about their sustainability in 2026. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bills suffered a disappointing end to their season with a 33-30 overtime loss to the Denver Broncos in the divisional round, leading to the firing of coach Sean McDermott. Promoting offensive coordinator Joe Brady, the Bills aim for a Super Bowl run, bolstered by the addition of star receiver DJ Moore. Despite a challenging schedule and high expectations, they are favored to win the division. The Miami Dolphins and New York Jets both ended the 2025 season with losing records but show promise. The Dolphins welcome new quarterback Malik Willis, who impressed with the Green Bay Packers, while the Jets revamped their roster, adding defensive stars and acquiring quarterback Geno Smith. Win Totals Predictions: Buffalo Bills: Over/Under 10.5 (Verdict: Over) Miami Dolphins: Over/Under 4.5 (Verdict: Under) New England Patriots: Over/Under 10.5 (Verdict: Under) New York Jets: Over/Under 5.5 (Verdict: Over) As the 2026 NFL schedule unfolds, the AFC East promises excitement and intense competition.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-05-25