Drake Maye throws three TDs in Patriots' 29-26 win over Bills
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Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Drake Maye led the New England Patriots to a 29-26 victory against the Buffalo Bills on October 4, 2026, with three touchdown passes, including a decisive one-handed catch by Efton Chism III in the final minutes. Maye, despite two turnovers earlier in the game, completed 22 of 37 passes for 269 yards, helping the Patriots improve to 2-2 following a tough 35-6 loss to the Jaguars the previous week. Buffalo, now 3-1, lost their first game in Highmark Stadium under coach Joe Brady. The Patriots will face the Las Vegas Raiders next, while the Bills prepare for a Monday night matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.
- •Patriots improve to 2-2 with the win over the Bills.
- •Efton Chism's TD catch gave New England a late lead.
- •Maye's performance includes three TDs and 269 passing yards.
- •Josh Allen threw an interception late in the game.
- •Both teams will play their next games on October 8.
- 9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Efton Chism III’s Catch of the Year submission helps Drake Maye, Patriots get mojo back in shocking upset of Bills
- 9:21 PMYahoo Sports — Drake Maye responds with 3-touchdown day in Patriots' upset win Sunday
- 8:58 PMYahoo Sports — Maye overcomes his two turnovers with 3 TD passes in Patriots' 29-26 win over Bills
- 8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Efton Chism III lifts Patriots, Drake Maye, to massive win over Bills
"On Sunday, the New England Patriots picked up their biggest win of the 2026 NFL season with a thrilling road victory over the Buffalo Bills to push their record to an even 2-2. The Patriots came into this game under immense pressure after getting blasted by the Jacksonville Jaguars last week, and they responded to the task by controlling most of […] The post Efton Chism III’s Catch of the Year submission helps Drake Maye, Patriots get mojo back in shocking upset of Bills appeared first on Clutch
"(AP) — Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes, including Efton Chism’s one-handed catch with 1:50 remaining, and the New England Patriots defeated the Buffalo Bills 29-26 on Sunday.Romeo Doubs had touchdown catches of 2 and 14 yards, and Rhamondre Stevenson scored on a 1-yard run.
"Drake Maye's start to Year Three in the NFL was anything but pretty. He responded with a resounding, 3-touchdown day and game-winning drive on Sunday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 9:30 PMEfton Chism III’s Catch of the Year submission helps Drake Maye, Patriots get mojo back in shocking upset of Bills
On Sunday, the New England Patriots picked up their biggest win of the 2026 NFL season with a thrilling road victory over the Buffalo Bills to push their record to an even 2-2. The Patriots came into this game under immense pressure after getting blasted by the Jacksonville Jaguars last week, and they responded to the task by controlling most of […] The post Efton Chism III’s Catch of the Year submission helps Drake Maye, Patriots get mojo back in shocking upset of Bills appeared first on Clutch
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 9:21 PMDrake Maye responds with 3-touchdown day in Patriots' upset win Sunday
Drake Maye's start to Year Three in the NFL was anything but pretty. He responded with a resounding, 3-touchdown day and game-winning drive on Sunday.
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 8:58 PMMaye overcomes his two turnovers with 3 TD passes in Patriots' 29-26 win over Bills
(AP) — Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes, including Efton Chism’s one-handed catch with 1:50 remaining, and the New England Patriots defeated the Buffalo Bills 29-26 on Sunday.Romeo Doubs had touchdown catches of 2 and 14 yards, and Rhamondre Stevenson scored on a 1-yard run.
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 8:49 PMEfton Chism III lifts Patriots, Drake Maye, to massive win over Bills
Efton Chism III had a ridiculous catch that helped the New England Patriots get a massive win.
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