The New England Patriots burst into contention this season, riding an 8-2 record and a seven-game winning streak into Thursday night’s home clash with the New York Jets. With second-year quarterback Drake Maye running the offense and rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson emerging in place of the injured Rhamondre Stevenson, New England has found big-play momentum and a stout defense that ranks near the top in rush-yardage allowed. With the Jets missing star receiver Garrett Wilson and operating in the midst of a rebuild under coach Aaron Glenn, the Patriots look well positioned to extend their lead in the division.

The Jets come in at 2-7 showing some signs of life after back-to-back wins. Running back Breece Hall has carried the load in those games, topping 250 scrimmage yards combine

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