New England Equal Best Victory Run Since Tom Brady Era with Triumph Over Jets
First-year player TreVeyon Henderson has tallied five TDs in the present year
The New England Patriots equaled their best victory streak from the Tom Brady period as they beat division opponents the Jets 27-14 in the NFL
First-year standout TreVeyon Henderson shone brightly with three TDs as the New England squad secured an eight-game winning streak for the initial occasion since legendary quarterback Brady's final season with the team in the 2019 season
Quarterback Maye threw for 281 yards and a touchdown, connecting on 25 passes from 34 throws
The win bolsters the Patriots lead at the top of the division as they improved to a 9-2 record, with the Jets at the foot after slipping to a 2-8 mark
The visitors had gone in front at Foxborough with quarterback Justin Fields running in a five-yard touchdown to cap the New York's first possession
But the home team fought back in the second period as Henderson scored two seven-yard TDs before the running back grabbed a reception from Drake Maye at the rear of the end zone in the middle of the third period to push the score to 21 to 7
"That was a big time for him rising to the challenge, and it's been fantastic for him to keep gaining experience," the quarterback said of the rookie. "He desires to be great."
Justin Fields connected with John Metchie toward the end of the third quarter to reduce the lead for the visitors but Andy Borregales kicked a two field goals in the final period as the home side closed out the win
Game Summary
- New England extend winning streak to eight games
- First-year TreVeyon Henderson excels with three TDs
- Drake Maye throws for 281 yards and a score
- Squad currently boasts a nine wins, two losses
