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Efton Chism's touchdown lifts Patriots over Bills in tight finish

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Efton Chism's touchdown lifts Patriots over Bills in tight finish

Summary

Efton Chism made a crucial one-handed touchdown catch with 1:50 remaining, leading the New England Patriots to a 29-26 victory against the Buffalo Bills on October 4. The win marked the Bills' first loss of the season. Chism described his experience during the play as a 'flow state,' facilitating his focus despite a defender contesting the ball. This game turned after Josh Allen's touchdown pass to Keon Coleman put the Bills ahead, compelling the Patriots to respond swiftly. The Patriots now improve to a 2-3 record on the season.

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By the Numbers

•Efton Chism catches a go-ahead touchdown in final two minutes.
•Josh Allen's touchdown put the Bills ahead 26-21 before Patriots' response.
•Patriots improve to 2-3 after this win.
•The Bills suffered their first loss at Highmark Stadium.
•Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes for New England.

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12:03 AMYahoo Sports — Patriots’ 5-Foot-10 WR Says He ‘Blacked Out’ During Game-Winning TD

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The biggest catch of Efton Chism’s NFL career appeared to require extraordinary concentration.The New England Patriots wide receiver described the moment much differently.Chism made a one-handed, go-ahead touchdown catch in the final two minutes of New England’s 29-26 victory over the previously unbeaten Buffalo Bills on Oct. 4. Asked afterward what happens when the ball […] The post Patriots’ 5-Foot-10 WR Says He ‘Blacked Out’ During Game-Winning TD appeared first on HEAVY.
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