1. Inside linebacker Robert Spillane was active for the game but did not log a single snap. “We felt like after going through the warm-ups and everything, that was going to be best for him today,” coach Mike Vrabel said. “We need everybody, and certainly Robert. We’ll have to try to get as healthy as we can as quickly as we can.”

Robert Spillane, who ranks 8th among NFL linebackers in run defense, was sorely missed as the Bills ran over New England's defense in the fourth quarter.

Multiple Patriots attempted to much the production of key injured players against the Bills, especially on the defensive end.

The Patriots have officially listed linebacker Robert Spillane as questionable to play in Sunday's game against the Bills.

The team captain had been listed as questionable with a foot injury, and after New England’s 35-31 loss to Buffalo, coach Mike Vrabel explained Spillane’s absence. With only 48 players allowed on the game day roster, it’s unusual for an active linebacker not to play at all.

The New England Patriots could have waltzed out of Gillette Stadium as the AFC East champions for the first time in more than half a decade. Instead, a total im

The Patriots' final injury report brought good news before Sunday's massive showdown with the Bills.