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NFL Predictions: Week 4 Picks and Hot Takes

By Joe Wedra

Nov 22, 2015; Glendale, AZ, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton (14) and Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard (25) before facing the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2015; Glendale, AZ, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton (14) and Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard (25) before facing the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 18, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick on the side line during the fourth quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Gillette Stadium. The New England Patriots won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 18, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick on the side line during the fourth quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Gillette Stadium. The New England Patriots won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports /

Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots, 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, CBS

Is there anything needed to be said about the 2016 New England Patriots? You know the storylines and you know the drill. At home, in Foxboro, against Rex Ryan, there’s not a chance that Bill Belichick is losing this game. As Ryan eluded to Belichick playing QB in his post-game presser last weekend, I couldn’t help but chuckle. Simply put — Belichick probably could suit up as a member of the 53 and still take down the Bills this Sunday. It’s the Patriot way. No matter which QB takes the snaps, New England will do what New England does.

The good news for Buffalo actually lies within last Sunday’s win against Arizona, one in which they played elite defense against an incredibly potent Arizona offense. The Cardinals are no joke and Ryan’s squad took care of business, picking off Palmer four times en route to a 15-point win. If they can scheme up a game plan that relies heavily on the run as they did against Arizona, there’s a chance here. Dominating time of possession is one of the very few ways to take care of the Patriots. Tyrod Taylor is no stranger to the big play; utilizing his rushing ability is likely the best plan of attack here.

However, against the Patriots? The story writes itself…

New England improves to 4-0 with a win over Buffalo, 26-20.

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