NFL analyst kicks dirt on Bills' grave with shocking AFC East prediction

The Buffalo Bills' fan base may feel relieved not due to a recent victory but because of shifting attention in the AFC East division. During the Bills' bye week, the New England Patriots won their fourth consecutive game, moving into first place and prompting media figures, such as former Patriot Damien Woody, to endorse them as division winners. Woody cited quarterback Drake Maye's performance, the team's strong passing offense, and defensive stats as reasons for his prediction.

Despite the hype surrounding the Patriots, betting odds still favor the Bills to win the AFC East at -170, with the Patriots at +165 and the Dolphins and Jets having much longer odds. The article suggests that emotional reactions, like Woody's, may influence opinions, especially given the Bills' past dominance in the division over five years.

The Bills, with a 4-2 record, are set to return to play against the Carolina Panthers and will face the Patriots in Week 15. The piece concludes with background on the author, Richie Whitt, a seasoned sports journalist, and includes standard disclaimers about gambling content.