ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Here are my five thoughts on the Buffalo Bills ’ game against the New England Patriots Sunday night at Highmark Stadium:

1. Call this an “Opportunity Game.”

With a chance to sweep their first three AFC East matchups, the Bills would be firmly on track to run away with a sixth consecutive division crown.

There’s little reason to think they won’t put the Patriots away, despite Buffalo’s tendency to make victories in games in which they’re a solid favorite a bit more challenging than necessary.

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Given that they face another inferior opponent next Monday night in Atlanta, it’s reasonable to think the Bills will be 6-0 entering their Week 7 bye. That would give them tremendous momentum ent

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