Kevin Byard outlines keys for Patriots against Bills in Week 4
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 2:09 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

New England Patriots safety Kevin Byard identified two crucial strategies for their Week 4 matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Byard emphasized the importance of neutralizing the Bills' rushing attack and generating turnovers from the Bills' dangerous offense, led by quarterback Josh Allen and running back James Cook. The Patriots, who have allowed substantial rushing yards so far this season, will aim to improve their defensive performance on the road in Buffalo this Sunday. The outcome of this AFC East game could significantly impact both teams' standings as the season progresses.
- •Byard stresses the need to stop the Bills' ground game.
- •Patriots have allowed 325 rushing yards in three games.
- •Buffalo averages 33.7 points per game this season.
- •The game is scheduled for Sunday in Buffalo.
- 2:09 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots team captain reveals two biggest keys to upsetting Bills
"Patriots safety Kevin Byard revealed what the defense needs to do on Sunday to have the best shot at upsetting the Bills.
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