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Report: Derek Anderson to Start vs. Patriots as Josh Allen Nurses Injured Elbow

Derek Anderson will get a second-straight start for the Bills next week, according to the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. He will replace rookie Josh Allen as Buffalo battles New England on Monday Night Football. Allen will sit due to an elbow injury.

Anderson's first start since 2016 was a rocky one on Sunday at Indianapolis. The 2007 Pro Bowler threw for 175 yards on 31 passing attempts, tossing three interceptions and no touchdowns. The Bills' 37-5 loss was their second-worst margin of defeat this season after losting 47-3 to the Ravens on Sept. 9.

A 13-year veteran, Anderson has primarily been a backup throughout his career.