Rating Thursday's Jets-Patriots game, a 24-3 win:
attack
The Jets gained 400 yards and didn't have a single three-and-out all night.
With Aaron Rodgers at the helm and an offense equipped with a plethora of weapons, this is what we expected.
Rodgers (27-of-35 for 281 yards, two touchdowns, 118.9 QB rating) expertly sliced up the Patriots defense.
He was quick with the ball and distributed it all around all night.
The offensive line was strong again, and Rodgers was only sacked twice.
The running back duo of Breece Hall (16 rushes, 54 yards, 1 TD) and Braylon Allen (11 rushes, 55 yards) were impressive for the second week in a row.
Rating: A-
defense
In this game, the Jets didn't give the Patriots' offense any time to breathe.
New England's lone point came after a pass interference penalty on DJ Reed.
The Patriots managed just 139 yards, 78 of which came by rushing.
The Jets were sacked seven times in the game.
DE Will McDonald led the team with two sacks, giving him 5.5 on the season.
The Patriots punted five times and had another drive end with a fumble.
The Patriots only had one play of more than 20 yards in the game.
Rating: A
Special teams
Greg Zuerlein had a rare miss in the first half when his 45-yard field goal attempt went wide left.
The Jets didn't have much going for them in the return game.
They were strong in kick coverage.
Thomas Morstead had a light night with just three punts.
Rating: C
Coaching
Playing three games in 11 days was a tough assignment for the Jets, but they likely expected to go 2-1 when the schedule was released.
Kudos to Robert Saleh and his staff for navigating the first three games so well.
Jeff Ulbrich led a great game blocking the Patriots defense.
He was more aggressive than usual and did everything he could to stop the run.
Nathaniel Hackett set the tempo early for the Jets, with the offense scoring on two of their first three attempts.
Rating: B





