Buffalo Bills host New England Patriots in Week 4 AFC East game

The Buffalo Bills host the New England Patriots in an AFC East divisional showdown at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, with kickoff scheduled for Sunday, October 4, at 1 p.m. ET (6 p.m. BST / 19:00 CET). Entering Week 4 of the NFL regular season, the undefeated Bills look to protect their 3-0 record against a Patriots squad searching for a response after a 35-6 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars dropped their record to 1-2.

Broadcasting and Live Streaming Options

Fans in the United States can watch the game live on CBS, with regional coverage available through Paramount+ and mobile streaming on NFL+ for local markets. Ian Eagle handles play-by-play duties for the CBS broadcast alongside color analyst Ross Tucker and sideline reporter Evan Washburn. Local television viewers in the Boston market can tune into WBZ-TV Channel 4. Out-of-market viewers in the U.S. can access the game via NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube and YouTube TV.

International viewers can stream the matchup live or on-demand through the NFL Game Pass on DAZN, which covers the entire 2026/27 season including playoffs and Super Bowl LXI. DAZN offers Regular and Ultimate packages with flexible payment options, alongside weekly passes. UK viewers can also watch via 5ACTION.

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Bypassing Regional Restrictions with VPNs

Football fans utilizing virtual private networks, such as ExpressVPN, can bypass regional TV blackouts and access out-of-market broadcasts. Connecting to a server in a different city or country allows supporters to stream games through international packages or access domestic subscriptions like YouTube TV while traveling abroad. VPN encryption also helps secure personal data on public Wi-Fi networks and prevents internet service providers from throttling bandwidth during high-traffic game windows.

Buffalo Bills Injury Updates and Roster Status

The Bills enter the division matchup managing several notable health concerns across their roster. Josh Allen (QB) experienced a significant scare after taking a hard helmet hit to his left knee late in the Week 3 victory over the Chargers. Although Allen was visibly limping post-game, Buffalo offensive coordinator Joe Brady stated that there was “nothing to worry about,” and sports medical analysts anticipate him starting Sunday without limitations.

New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills | 2026 Week 4 Game Preview

Defensive concerns center on boundary cornerback Christian Benford, who left last week’s game with a foot or toe injury and departed the stadium wearing a walking boot. If Benford fails to clear medical protocols, rookie Davison Igbinosun is positioned to take over a starting role after recording six tackles and a pass breakup in relief duty. Wide receiver DJ Moore briefly exited Week 3 with shoulder discomfort but returned to action and is on track to play.

New England Patriots Offensive Line Crisis

Head coach Mike Vrabel’s squad faces severe depth challenges along the offensive line. The Patriots have lost their starting right guard in consecutive weeks. Starter Mike Onwenu was placed on Injured Reserve (IR) with a fractured ankle in Week 2, and his replacement, veteran Greg Van Roten, suffered a major thigh injury against Jacksonville and joined Onwenu on IR. The team must now rely on third-string options Ben Brown or rookie Walter Rouse to protect young quarterback Drake Maye. Right tackle Morgan Moses continues to battle a foot injury that caused him to hobble off the field early against Jacksonville in favor of rookie Caleb Lomu. On the defensive side, interior anchor Christian Barmore left Week 3 early with a shoulder issue, while linebackers Dre’Mont Jones and Quintayvious Hutchins have been ruled out after missing practice all week with knee and shoulder injuries.

Radio Coverage and Audio Broadcasts

Radio listeners in New England can tune into 98.5 The Sports Hub, the flagship station of the Patriots Radio Network, where Bob Socci provides play-by-play alongside former quarterback Scott Zolak. A national radio broadcast will air on ESPN Radio with Steve Levy, Max Starks, and Dan Graziano. SiriusXM subscribers can access the Patriots broadcast on channel 262 in vehicles and channel 821 on the mobile app, while the Bills broadcast is available on channel 193 in vehicles and channel 803 on the app. The national radio feed airs on app channel 180.

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Daniel Richardson is the Editor-in-Chief of Archysport, where he leads the editorial team and oversees all published content across nine sport verticals. With over 15 years in sports journalism, Daniel has reported from the FIFA World Cup, the Olympic Games, NFL Super Bowls, NBA Finals, and Grand Slam tennis tournaments. He previously served as Senior Sports Editor at Reuters and holds a Master's degree in Journalism from Columbia University. Recognized by the Sports Journalists' Association for excellence in reporting, Daniel is a member of the International Sports Press Association (AIPS). His editorial philosophy centers on accuracy, depth, and fair coverage — ensuring every story published on Archysport meets the highest standards of sports journalism.

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