The Patriots' recent win over the Buffalo Bills has changed the complexion of their season, as seen in the AFC East standings.
Patriots fans can admire the NFL standings, as the New England Patriots are in first place in the AFC East division, thanks to the Bills' recent losses.
The Patriots need a tiebreaker to top the Bills, but they have the most important tiebreaker, head-to-head.
Both teams are now 4-2, with the Patriots taking the top spot in the east.
Author's summary: Patriots lead AFC East after Bills' loss.