Buffalo Bills lead AFC East after Week 2 of NFL season

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Buffalo Bills lead AFC East after Week 2 of NFL season
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As of September 21, 2026, the Buffalo Bills hold the top position in the AFC East standings with a 2-0 record after defeating the Detroit Lions 41-31. The New England Patriots and New York Jets are tied at 1-1, while the Miami Dolphins sit last at 0-2 following a loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The Patriots bounced back from a loss to the Seattle Seahawks, securing a 20-3 victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers. With four division matchups remaining, the Patriots remain within striking distance of the Bills. The Jets lost in overtime to the Green Bay Packers, while the Dolphins struggle early in the season.

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  • Buffalo Bills are 2-0 after defeating the Detroit Lions.
  • New England Patriots improve to 1-1 with a win over the Steelers.
  • New York Jets drop to 1-1 after an overtime loss to the Packers.
  • Miami Dolphins fall to 0-2, losing to the 49ers.
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  • 1:50 PMYahoo SportsAFC East Standings: Where Patriots Sit After Every Team Completes Week 2
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Where the divisional standings stand following two weeks.

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