2025 NFL Season: Patriots vs Bills on Sunday Night Football tonight. After a strong start to the 2025 NFL season, the action has intensified in Week 5. Tonight’s Sunday Night Football matchup will feature two arch-rivals in the AFC East Division. The New England Patriots and Buffalo Bills. The Bills are undefeated (4-0) while the Patriots (2-3) are emerging on the strength of their young quarterback Drake Maye. This matchup is not only a chance to seize the top spot in the division but also features a thrilling clash between Josh Allen and Drake Maye.
Here we’ll provide you with all the details of tonight’s matchup, the full NFL week 5 schedule, TV channels, streaming options, and AI-based record predictions for the 2025 season. If you’re a football fan, this guide is perfect for you
Tonight’s Match: New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills
- Matchup: New England Patriots (2-2) @ Buffalo Bills (4-0)
- Venue: Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, New York
- Kickoff Time: October 6, 2025, 8:20 p.m. ET (5:50 a.m. IST, October 7)
- TV Channel: NBC (available in India on Star Sports or Disney+ Hotstar, Local Channels: WGRZ Channel 2 in Buffalo, WBTS Channel 15 in Boston)
- Commentators: Mike Tirico and Chris Collinsworth (NBC)
How to watch and stream?
- On TV: Live broadcast on NBC. If you have cable or satellite, tune in easily.
Streaming Options: - Peacock: NBC’s official streaming partner – free trial available.
NFL+: Live streaming on mobile, download from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Other platforms: Fubo, YouTube TV, and DIRECTV Stream – all carry NBC. NFL matches are available on Disney+ Hotstar in India. - Radio: SiriusXM channel 225 (Bills broadcast) or 226 (Patriots broadcast).
Tip: If you’re abroad, use a VPN to access Peacock. The pre-game show starts at 7 p.m. ET.
NFL Week 5 Full Schedule: TV Channels and Start Times
Week 5 features 14 matches (the Falcons, Bears, Packers, and Steelers have byes). Here’s the full list, all times in ET (add +9:30 hours IST):
| Day/Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV Channel | Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 2 | New Orleans Saints @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 8:15 PM | Amazon Prime Video | Amazon Prime |
| Sun, Oct 5 | Dallas Cowboys @ Washington Commanders | 1:00 PM | FOX | FOX Sports App |
| Sun, Oct 5 | New York Giants @ New Orleans Saints | 1:00 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Sun, Oct 5 | Los Angeles Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs | 1:00 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Sun, Oct 5 | Indianapolis Colts @ Jacksonville Jaguars | 1:00 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Sun, Oct 5 | Miami Dolphins @ Carolina Panthers | 1:00 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Sun, Oct 5 | Las Vegas Raiders @ Denver Broncos | 4:05 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Sun, Oct 5 | Baltimore Ravens @ Buffalo Bills | 4:05 PM | FOX | FOX Sports App |
| Sun, Oct 5 | San Francisco 49ers @ Seattle Seahawks | 4:25 PM | FOX | FOX Sports App |
| Sun, Oct 5 | Detroit Lions @ Cincinnati Bengals | 4:25 PM | FOX | FOX Sports App |
| Sun, Oct 5 | New England Patriots @ Buffalo Bills | 8:20 PM | NBC | Peacock, NFL+ |
| Mon, Oct 6 | Kansas City Chiefs @ Jacksonville Jaguars | 8:15 PM | ESPN/ABC | ESPN App, Disney+ |
2025 NFL Season Record AI Predictions: Win-Loss Projections for All 32 Teams
The 2025 season is currently in Week 5, but AI models (such as simulations from Google Gemini, ESPN FPI, and RotoWire) have already predicted full-season records. These predictions are based on offseason moves, schedule strength, and historical data. Here are the division-wise average projected records (out of 17 games):
AFC East
| Team | Projected Record | Playoff Odds | Key Factors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Bills | 12-5 | 95% | Josh Allen’s elite leadership |
| New England Patriots | 9-8 | 60% | Drake Maye’s growth, strong defense |
| New York Jets | 8-9 | 45% | QB changes, challenging schedule |
| Miami Dolphins | 7-10 | 30% | Injury concerns, talented roster |
| Team | Projected Record | Playoff Odds | Key Factors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 11-6 | 90% | Lamar Jackson’s MVP-level play |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 10-7 | 75% | Joe Burrow’s return, defensive upgrades |
| Cleveland Browns | 8-9 | 40% | Quarterback instability |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 9-8 | 55% | Mike Tomlin’s above-.500 record |
| Team | Projected Record | Playoff Odds | Key Factors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 9-8 | 65% | Trevor Lawrence’s breakout year |
| Indianapolis Colts | 8-9 | 50% | Anthony Richardson’s development |
| Tennessee Titans | 6-11 | 20% | Will Levis uncertainty |
| Houston Texans | 10-7 | 80% | C.J. Stroud’s strong season |
