The Buffalo Bills Are No Longer the AFC's Unbeaten Titans—What Happened? Before Week 5 even kicked off, the Buffalo Bills stood alone as the NFL’s last undefeated team, carrying the hopes of their fans and the weight of the league’s spotlight. But then, in a surprising turn of events, their loss to the New England Patriots knocked them off their pedestal, pushing them down to second place in the AFC. Now, the Indianapolis Colts have seized the top spot as we head into Week 6, shaking up the playoff race in a way few expected.
A Closer Look at the AFC East After Week 5
The AFC East has been anything but predictable this season. The Miami Dolphins suffered a baffling defeat at the hands of the Carolina Panthers, a result that left many scratching their heads. Meanwhile, the New York Jets were soundly defeated by the Dallas Cowboys, extending their losing streak and cementing their status as the only winless team in the NFL.
The New England Patriots, on the other hand, are quietly creeping up the standings. With their Week 5 victory, they now sit just half a game behind the Bills in the AFC East. Although their overall record is one game worse, the Patriots hold the crucial tiebreaker over Buffalo, making their upcoming Week 15 clash a must-watch showdown that could redefine the division race.
Here’s how the AFC East stacks up after Week 5:
1. Buffalo Bills (4-1)
2. New England Patriots (3-2)
3. Miami Dolphins (1-4)
4. New York Jets (0-5)
The AFC Playoff Picture as We Approach Monday Night Football in Week 6
Sunday’s games brought some eye-opening results. The Houston Texans delivered a stunning 44-10 blowout against the injury-plagued Baltimore Ravens, a victory that, while somewhat expected due to Baltimore’s roster challenges, was still emphatic in its margin.
Meanwhile, the Indianapolis Colts made a statement by thoroughly dismantling the Las Vegas Raiders, vaulting themselves to the top of the AFC with a 4-1 record. This surge has added a new layer of excitement and competition to the conference race.
In the AFC West, the Los Angeles Chargers remain perched atop the division despite a recent loss. Both the Chargers and the Denver Broncos hold 3-2 records, but LA’s victories over their AFC West rivals ensure they keep the division lead regardless of Monday night’s outcome.
Here’s the full AFC standings heading into Week 6:
1. Indianapolis Colts (4-1, 4-0 in AFC play)
2. Buffalo Bills (4-1, 3-1 in AFC play)
3. Pittsburgh Steelers (3-1)
4. Los Angeles Chargers (3-2)
5. Jacksonville Jaguars (3-1)
6. Cincinnati Bengals (2-2)
7. Kansas City Chiefs (2-2)
8. Denver Broncos (2-2)
9. New England Patriots (2-2)
10. Las Vegas Raiders (1-3)
11. Houston Texans (1-3)
12. Baltimore Ravens (1-3)
13. Miami Dolphins (1-3)
14. Cleveland Browns (1-3)
15. New York Jets (0-4)
16. Tennessee Titans (0-4)
But here’s where it gets controversial: Is the Colts’ rise a sign of a new powerhouse in the AFC, or are the Bills simply facing a temporary setback? And what about the Patriots—are they quietly building momentum to reclaim dominance, or is their success a mirage? The AFC playoff race is heating up, and every game from here on out could flip the standings on their head. What do you think—are the Bills still the team to beat, or is the AFC crown up for grabs? Share your thoughts below and let’s debate who will ultimately come out on top!
