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New England used a decisive road win at Buffalo to reshape perceptions of Drake Maye and the Patriots’ 2024 trajectory. The victory came after a beatdown loss and framed Maye as capable of carrying a high-stakes offense against an elite AFC opponent. It settled questions about whether he can lead late-season comebacks and win crucial January-type games. The win, while not transforming the division picture, signals that New England can compete with top-tier teams and sets up a promising outlook for next challenges. Momentum tilts toward Maye growing into a defining quarterback for the franchise’s immediate future.