FOXBOROUGH – When was the last time the Patriots had a matchup this big?

Over the last five seasons, it’s been slim pickings for the Patriots on a national stage. The team had one playoff game, which was a blowout loss to the Buffalo Bills at the end of the 2021 season.

Even then, no one really thought the Patriots would make a postseason run.

This time, however, it’s different.

The 11-2 Patriots have a chance to win the AFC East if they beat the Bills on Sunday. This matchup is one of the most important games in recent franchise history. A win for Mike Vrabel’s team means there’s a new king in the division and would show that the Patriots are for real.

A win on Sunday also secures a playoff spot for the Patriots and gives them a legitimate chance to secure a top seed in the p

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