Patriots Match Longest Winning Streak Since Brady Years with Win Against New York Jets

The New England Patriots equaled their top unbeaten stretch since the Brady era as they defeated division rivals the Jets by 13 points in professional football

First-year standout Henderson shone brightly with three touchdowns as the New England squad secured an eighth consecutive victory for the initial occasion since star signal-caller Brady's last year with the franchise in the 2019 season

Quarterback Drake Maye passed for 281 passing yards and a TD, completing 25 of 34 passes

Victory extends the New England's advantage at the top of the AFC East as they improved to nine wins and two defeats, with the New York bottom after falling to two victories and eight defeats

The visitors had scored first at Gillette Stadium with quarterback Justin Fields rushing for a short rushing score to conclude the New York's initial series

But the Patriots answered in the second quarter as the rookie scored two seven-yard TDs before the running back grabbed a reception from Drake Maye at the rear of the endzone midway through the third quarter to extend the lead to 21-7

"It was a crucial moment for him rising to the challenge, and it's been fantastic for him to keep earning playing time," the quarterback said of the rookie. "He desires to be excellent."

Justin Fields connected with Metchie in the latter part of the third quarter to narrow the deficit for the visitors but Andy Borregales converted a two field goals in the final period as the Patriots closed out the win

Notable Moments

• New England continue winning streak to eight games
• Rookie Henderson excels with three TDs
• Maye passes for 281 passing yards and a touchdown
• Team currently holds a 9-2 mark