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The Patriots have faced the Jaguars in recent years and have had success, including a pair of playoff wins, but what's in store as they meet up Sunday, with the Pats on the brink of a division title and the Jags trying to stay alive in the playoff race? Paul Perillo gives us the scoop with his five points. We'll check out the scene on the practice field Thursday. Is Tom Brady back in action? And we've got more news and notes as the Pats close in on game number 15. It's our last show of the week, so enjoy the holiday weekend and come back Monday as we recap Patriots-Jaguars.

It's the final division game of the year, and it's a crucial one for the Patriots, who are looking for their 13th straight win over the Buffalo Bills. The Pats head to Buffalo on Sunday and we've got a preview of game number 14. Find out what Paul Perillo thinks are the most important elements of the game for the Pats, including which matchup in particular should favor the visitors. And we have the latest from the practice field Friday, with a word from Fred Taylor, who is looking to get back on the field for the first time in more than two months. Plus, fantasy tips for the playoffs and more as we end the week on Patriots Today.

Patriots head coach Bill Belichick addresses the media during his press conference at Gillette Stadium on Friday, December 18, 2009. BB:Alright, a couple days outside, this should be close to what we'll get in Buffalo. It's good to get out there and get some fresh air. [It's a] division game, [it's] been a long time since we've played them. It's interesting - when you play a team the first game of the season and then pretty close to the last game of the season. You look back at that one and it was a long time ago. You see some of the things that have changed on your team [and] changed on their team. It's kind of interesting, to put it in perspective, because those aren't usually the games that you go back to. You go back to the last three or four. We played Miami, that was like four or five weeks apart, but this is a pretty good stretch. [There're] some new faces there, but again, they do a lot of the things they've been successful with and they've been very successful on defense. [They have] great backs in the running game. They've been competitive the last few weeks, so I'm sure they'll stay with it. They're good in the kicking game. It's a good team. Q: With the two different running backs, is it the kind of thing where you need to be aware of each particular guy and who's on the field? BB:It's kind of interesting. I think there're a lot of similarities. They're both very good. It's kind of like last week with [DeAngelo] Williams, and [Jonathan] Stewart and even [Tyrell] Sutton, even though he didn't play a lot. It was similar, but [ Marshawn ] Lynch and [Fred] Jackson both have great vision. They're both hard to tackle. A lot of people bounce off them because of their lower body strength and their balance. They both catch the ball very well. They're dangerous in the passing game. There're a lot of similarities. Honestly, sometimes, if you don't look carefully, it's a little hard to tell who it is because physically they kind of look a little bit a like and [one...

The Patriots and Bills will meet again this season after facing off in week one. They are a familiar AFC East foe but alot has changed in Buffalo since September, including some key personnel positions on the team. We're taking a closer look at who the Bills are this time around and what the Patriots are expecting on Sunday. Plus, we've got some news and numbers that prove the Patriots have been the dominant team in this faceoff for quite a while. Speaking of numbers, want to find out all there is to know when it comes to the history of the Patriots? We've got just the item to give you all the facts! One thing that has not changed in Buffalo is the weather, and the Patriots practiced in frigid Foxborough temperatures on Thursday, the perfect way to get ready for Sunday. We've got a look at their workout.

Listen to this edition of PFW in Progress as we preview the Patriots-Panthers matchup at Gillette Stadium. Send in your questions for next show to webradio@patriots.com.

The Patriots wrapped up preparations on the practice field Friday before hitting the road to Miami and we're summing up what to watch for this weekend in 5 Points with PFW's Paul Perillo. Will the Patriots' offense be able to stay strong against a solid Fins' defense like it did in Week 9? Plus, a member of the Patriots' running back squad was back in action at practice with the team after a long absence. We'll discuss his role for the rest of the season along with predictions for the weekend. And, with playoff spots up for grabs when it comes to fantasy football, don't miss this week's tips to get your team to the top in the Fantasy Lowe Down.

Listen to this edition of PFW In Progress as we discuss where the Patriots stand heading into the bye week. We'll break down all the Week 8 games and offer our picks. Send in your questions for the next show to webradio@patriots.com.

Resident fantasy freak Brian Lowe answers your Fantasy Football questions getting you prepared for NFL week 7. Send in your questions to webradio@patriots.com.

Listen to this edition of Patriots Playbook as John Rooke is joined by PFW's Erik Scalavino to discuss this Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons. Atlanta Journal Constitution beat writer Darryl Ledbetter and ESPN.com's Russell Baxtor will be calling in to discuss the game. Send in you questions for next show to webradio@patriots.com

Listen to this edition of Patriots Playbook as John Rooke is joined by Patriots Football Weekly's Erik Scalivino to discuss the Patriots-Bills win and look ahead to the Week 2 matchup against the Jets. CBS Sportsline's Lisa Zimmerman calls in to talk about the upcoming game against the Jets. Send in you questions for next show to webradio@patriots.com