What does it mean for the Patriots? Over the span of about six months, the Bills committed to Ryan Fitzpatrick through 2017 with a big deal, and the Jets followed with the Sanchez pact through 2016. The jury is still out on both of those quarterbacks. Meanwhile, the Dolphins have major questions at the all-important position, and are in the Peyton Manning sweepstakes. Closer to home, Tom Brady is inked through 2014 but has said he hopes to play until he’s at least 40. For those who believe the NFL is a quarterback-driven league, the Patriots are positioned to remain in the AFC East driver’s seat for the near future.