The New York Jets will hope to add a win to their record in 2024 in Week 8. The team will face the New England Patriots on the road.
As usual, it will never be a walk in the park in the NFL. If the Jets (2-5) expect to beat the Patriots (1-6), there will be a few key things New York will have to focus on against New England.
It will have to be a full-team effort, make no mistake. But these factors could weigh heavy on whether or not New York leave with a win or loss.
Here are three keys to the Jets pulling out a victory against the Pats:
Make Drake a rookie
When the Jets and Patriots last did battle, veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett was leading the offense. Now rookie Drake Maye is under center. Whether it’s by hitting him or confusing him with their defensive scheme, the Jets need to make Maye look like a rookie QB.
Turnover battle
The turnover battle always plays a huge role in a win or loss. That was the case for the Jets against the Steelers last week. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw a few very untimely interceptions which gave the ball and momentum away. Cut those down.
Keep Breece rolling
Since passing-game coordinator Todd Downing has taken over play calling for the Jets offense, running back Breece Hall has been a focal point. He’s handled his extra workload well. If Hall can keep on rolling, it will make New York’s offense a two-dimensional unit and that much harder for the Patriots to deal with.
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