Buffalo’s season downturn culminated in a 29-26 home loss to the Patriots, triggering a tumble in Week 5 power rankings after an earlier win over the Chargers. Across outlets, the Bills’ offense and situational gaps are highlighted, with focus on how a few rough performances are reshaping expectations for a team that started undefeated. The shift coincides with upcoming travel-heavy weeks, a heavy road slate, and concerns about sustaining high-scoring outputs. Analysts stress that the season remains a marathon, with time to rebound if improvements materialize, especially against tougher divisional and AFC foes. Momentum edges toward caution as the Bills reassess identity and consistency ahead.