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The New England Patriots lost to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, failing to come away with a victory and claim the AFC East title after leading by 21 points.
The game featured some questionable pass interference calls on the Patriots defense, especially in key moments. New England cornerback Carlton Davis took issue with the way the game was officiated.
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New England Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis III (7) takes a pass interference penalty interrupting a catch intended for Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman (0) during the second half at Gillette Stadium on December 14, 2025. (Brian Fluharty/Imagn Images)
He was flagged for defensive pass interference on Buffalo’s go-ahead run, which he said was a little late.
“You can see what time the flag came out. If it’s a flag, it’s like final,” Davis told reporters via Boston.com. “Like, throw the flag. If it’s not a flag in a close game like this, then you need to let us play, you know what I’m saying? Just seeing what time the flag came, I think we’re all thinking the same thing.
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Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III, left, passes New England Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis III (7) to score during the second half of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass., Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
“It’s frustrating. You know what’s at stake,” he added. “This game is so close, and it comes down to a game of inches, and at that point, you’re either going to throw the flag or you’re not. You don’t take 10 seconds to throw a flag.”
Davis’ penalty extended the drive and three plays later, James Cook threw the ball into the end zone for an 11-yard score. Buffalo took a 35-31 lead and didn’t look back.
New England had seven penalties and allowed 65 yards.
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The Bills offense faltered early in the game, but outscored the Patriots 28-7 in the second half to win the game.
