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Patriots need to keep this Bills star at bay to have a chance in Week 4

The Patriots will need to contain this superstar running back to have a chance to move to 2-2.

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 4:34 PM
Patriots need to keep this Bills star at bay to have a chance in Week 4
Key Things to Know
  • Musket Fire argues the Patriots must contain running back James Cook to have a chance against the Bills.
  • James Cook is averaging over 115 rushing yards per game and 6.0 yards per carry this season.
  • The Buffalo Bills enter the Week 4 matchup with a 3-0 record led by quarterback Josh Allen.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New England Patriots travel to face the undefeated Buffalo Bills in Week 4, aiming to improve to a 2-2 record. Musket Fire highlights running back James Cook as a crucial threat the Patriots must contain, noting he is averaging more than 115 rushing yards per game and 6.0 yards per carry through the first three weeks of the season.

While Buffalo's offense also features quarterback Josh Allen, Dalton Kincaid, and DJ Moore, New England will rely on defenders such as Milton Williams, Robert Spillane, and Dre'Mont Jones. However, the Patriots' defense will face the challenge without starters Christian Barmore and Christian Gonzalez.

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