New England Match Longest Victory Run From Brady Era with Win Against New York Jets
Rookie TreVeyon Henderson has recorded five scores in the present year
The New England Patriots tied their top unbeaten stretch from the Brady era as they overcame AFC East opponents the New York Jets by 13 points in professional football
Rookie Henderson led the way with three touchdowns as the New England squad secured an eight-game winning streak for the initial occasion since legendary quarterback Brady's closing campaign with the franchise in 2019
Signal-caller Maye accumulated 281 yards and a touchdown, connecting on 25 out of 34 attempts
Victory increases the New England's lead at the top of the AFC East as they advanced to a 9-2 record, with the New York bottom after falling to two wins and eight losses
The Jets had taken the lead at Foxborough with QB Fields rushing for a short rushing score to cap the New York's opening drive
But the New England fought back in the second quarter as the rookie rushed for two short rushing scores before the ball carrier grabbed a reception from Drake Maye at the rear of the end zone in the middle of the third quarter to make it 21 to 7
"That was a crucial moment for him rising to the challenge, and it's been excellent for him to keep gaining experience," the quarterback said of Henderson. "He desires to be excellent."
Justin Fields found John Metchie late in the third quarter to reduce the lead for the Jets but Andy Borregales booted a pair of field goals in the final period as the home side sealed the victory
Key Highlights
- Patriots extend victory run to eight matches
- Rookie Henderson excels with three scores
- Drake Maye throws for 281 passing yards and a touchdown
- Squad currently boasts a 9-2 record
