As the Buffalo Bills prepare for their Week 18 clash with the New England Patriots, the spotlight turns to Gillette Stadium. Although the AFC playoff picture is mostly set, this divisional matchup offers Buffalo a chance to fine-tune their strategy and make a statement to the rest of the league.

See who's in and who's out for the Week 18 matchup between the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots on January 5, 2025.

The Buffalo Bills (13-3) bring a three-game winning streak into a matchup against the New England Patriots (3-13) on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Gillette Stadium. Buffalo is just 2.5-point favorite

Following their Week 17 victory over the Jets to clinch the AFC’s No. 2 seed, the Bills head into their regular-season finale against the Patriots with an opportunity to breathe before the playoffs begin. Without any stakes that impact their playoff path, Week 18 presents an opportunity.

NFL playoffs around the corner, the Buffalo Bills are looking to provide more support for Josh Allen by signing a former Jets and Dolphins quarterback as his backup. The Buffalo Bills are gearing up for the 2024 NFL playoffs,

Bills quarterback Josh Allen and left tackle Dion Dawkins were selected for the Pro Bowl Games, and eight teammates have been chosen as alternates. Allen, a leading candidate for MVP recognition, is a Pro Bowl starter for the third time time in five years.