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New England’s Week 4 win over the Bills featured two unlikely standouts, with Efton Chism III delivering the decisive game-winning catch and earning the top offensive PFF grade, while rookie Gabe Jacas anchored the pass rush to lead the defense. The performance underscores a broader team contribution beyond its star quarterbacks, including a 143-yard ground game and strategic pressure that disrupted Josh Allen. Chism’s two receptions on four targets culminated in a pivotal late lead, and Jacas’ impact came despite limited official stats, signaling a rising talent in Vrabel’s system. Momentum suggests the Patriots can build on this balanced showing, leveraging emerging contributors as they pursue consistency. Forward, the emphasis will be on sustaining the offensive efficiency and continued development of the rookie defenders as the schedule progresses.