AFC east.(National Football League)

BUFFALO BILLS

DT Sam Adams has been virtually unblockable, using his size (6-3,340) to overpower blockers and remarkable quickness to disrupt plays in the backfield. His ability to occupy blockers allows the linebackers to got to the ball and puts the defensive ends in more one-on-one situations.... TE Mark Campbell's three TDs in a November 21 win over the Rams show what a threat he is in the red zone. He is good at finding soft spots in the secondary and has the size (6-6, 255) and hands to make plays in traffic. His receiving skills are too good to be ignored. SEE A DIFFERENT GAME: Special teams coach Bobby April has devised a system that uses military jargon. The punt coverage unit is Delta Force, the kickoff return unit is the Seals, and the punt return unit is the Rangers. April's objectives: substitute perfectly, be free of penalties, maintain 100 percent ball security, allow no big plays and score or set up a score. There's no denying results. April's forces are among the NFL leaders in punt return and kickoff return average and in kickoff coverage.--Allen Wilson

MIAMI DOLPHINS

LT Bryan Robinson (6-4, 296), who was signed after being cut by the Bears at the end of the preseason, has proved to be an excellent find. He lacks the bulk and strength the team likes to have at tackle, but he plays smart against the run and is a good pass rusher.... At coach Jim Bates' request, offensive coordinator Chris Foerster has made a change in his routine on game day, moving from the coaches box to the field. Foerster says the move has helped improve efficiency and his ability to get input from players on what routes might work best as the game unfolds. Against the Seahawks, for example, TE Randy McMichael came off the field and immediately told Foerster which patterns he thought would succeed. SEE A DIFFERENT GAME: Losing QB Jay Fiedler (back) could be a blessing in disguise. The injury removes Fiedler as an option if QB A.J. Feeley falters down the stretch. Fiedler is a known quantity. But the Dolphins must gauge Feeley and need him to feel as secure as possible to get the best results from him.--Jason Cole

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS

WRY Deion Branch doesn't have outrageous speed, but he is ...