Drake Maye shines as Patriots defeat Bills; Texans drop to 0-4

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Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Drake Maye shines as Patriots defeat Bills; Texans drop to 0-4
Summary

Drake Maye led the New England Patriots to a 29-26 victory over the Buffalo Bills in Week 4 of the NFL. Maye passed for 269 yards and three touchdowns while also contributing 54 rushing yards. This win marks a crucial turnaround for the Patriots, who avoided falling to 1-3. In contrast, the Houston Texans suffered a 34-30 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, leaving their playoff hopes in jeopardy with an 0-4 record. The Texans struggle with their defense, surrendering three touchdowns to Javonte Williams in the second half. They aim for their first win of the season next week against the Tennessee Titans, another winless team.

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  • •Patriots improve to 2-2 in the AFC East.
  • •Drake Maye passes for 269 yards and three touchdowns.
  • •Texans drop to 0-4 after loss to Cowboys.
  • •Houston's defense struggles again, allowing three touchdowns to Javonte Williams.
  • •Texans face Titans next week, both teams winless.
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  • 10:22 PMCBS NFL — NFL Week 4 winners and losers: Drake Maye delivers, Texans' season slips away
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Maye rediscovered his 2025 form against the Bills, while Houston's latest loss left its playoff hopes hanging by a thread

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