Patriots Match Longest Victory Run Since Tom Brady Era with Win Against New York Jets
Rookie TreVeyon Henderson has recorded five touchdowns in the present year
The New England Patriots tied their longest winning run from the Tom Brady period as they defeated division opponents the New York Jets 27-14 in the NFL
First-year standout Henderson shone brightly with three TDs as the New England squad secured an eight-game winning streak for the first time since legendary quarterback Tom Brady's final season with the franchise in the 2019 season
QB Drake Maye passed for 281 passing yards and a score, connecting on 25 out of 34 attempts
The win extends the New England's lead at the summit of the AFC East as they improved to a 9-2 record, with the Jets bottom after falling to a 2-8 mark
The Jets had scored first at Foxborough with QB Justin Fields scoring a short rushing score to finish the Jets' first possession
But the home team answered in the second quarter as the rookie rushed for two seven-yard TDs before the running back caught a pass from Drake Maye at the rear of the endzone in the middle of the third quarter to push the score to 21-7
"It was a crucial moment for him rising to the challenge, and it's been great for him to keep getting these reps," Maye commented on Henderson. "He desires to be great."
Justin Fields connected with Metchie late in the third period to reduce the lead for the visitors but Borregales converted a two field goals in the fourth quarter as the home side sealed the triumph
Game Summary
- Patriots extend victory run to eight matches
- First-year Henderson excels with three scores
- Maye passes for 281 passing yards and a touchdown
- Team currently holds a 9-2 record