It may still be early in the season, but the New England Patriots are officially in first place in the AFC East.

After taking care of business Sunday against the Saints , the Patriots took over the top spot in the division for the time being Monday night after the Buffalo Bills lost to the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons held Josh Allen and the Bills in check, handing Buffalo their second straight loss, 24-14.

Since New England beat the Bills a week earlier, the Patriots currently hold the tiebreaker in the standings. As a result, with both teams holding 4-2 records, the Patriots end Week 6 in first place.

That marks the first time New England has been in first place after six weeks since late in the 2021 season.

New England travels to play the Tennessee Titans on Sunday for the c

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