New England Match Best Victory Run From Tom Brady Era with Triumph Against Jets
First-year player Henderson has tallied five touchdowns in the present year
The New England Patriots equaled their best victory streak from the Brady era as they overcame AFC East rivals the Jets 27-14 in the NFL
First-year standout Henderson shone brightly with three touchdowns as the New England squad notched an eighth straight win for the initial occasion since iconic QB Brady's last year with the team in the 2019 season
Quarterback Drake Maye passed for 281 yards and a touchdown, completing 25 out of 34 attempts
The triumph bolsters the New England's lead at the summit of the AFC East as they advanced to a 9-2 record, with the New York bottom after slipping to a 2-8 mark
The visitors had taken the lead at their home field with quarterback Justin Fields running in a short rushing score to conclude the New York's first possession
But the Patriots responded in the second quarter as the rookie rushed for two seven-yard TDs before the ball carrier caught a pass from Drake Maye at the rear of the endzone midway through the third period to make it 21-7
"It was a big time for him rising to the challenge, and it's been great for him to keep earning playing time," Maye said of Henderson. "He wants to be outstanding."
Justin Fields found Metchie late in the third period to close the gap for the visitors but Borregales booted a two kicks in the final period as the Patriots sealed the triumph
Notable Moments
- Patriots continue victory run to eight contests
- Rookie Henderson excels with three TDs
- Maye passes for 281 yards and a touchdown
- Team now boasts a 9-2 mark
