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1. Inside linebacker Robert Spillane was active for the game but did not log a single snap. “We felt like after going through the warm-ups and everything, that was going to be best for him today,” coach Mike Vrabel said. “We need everybody, and certainly Robert. We’ll have to try to get as healthy as we can as quickly as we can.”

Robert Spillane, who ranks 8th among NFL linebackers in run defense, was sorely missed as the Bills ran over New England's defense in the fourth quarter.

Multiple Patriots attempted to much the production of key injured players against the Bills, especially on the defensive end.

Spillane dealt with a foot issue during the week and logged a limited practice session both Thursday and Friday. However, he is going to be able to take the field on a snowy Sunday in Foxborough. Spillane needs three tackles to reach the triple-digit mark for the third straight season.

After missing their top linebacker against the Buffalo Bills, the Patriots are adding more depth to the position. On Tuesday, the team signed veteran linebacker Chad Muma off the Indianapolis Colts’ practice squad.

The New England Patriots could have waltzed out of Gillette Stadium as the AFC East champions for the first time in more than half a decade. Instead, a total im

The Patriots' final injury report brought good news before Sunday's massive showdown with the Bills.