New England Match Best Victory Run Since Brady Era with Triumph Against Jets
First-year player Henderson has recorded five TDs in the present year
The New England Patriots equaled their longest winning run from the Brady period as they beat division opponents the New York Jets by 13 points in professional football
First-year standout TreVeyon Henderson led the way with three scores as the New England squad claimed an eight-game winning streak for the initial occasion since iconic QB Brady's closing campaign with the team in 2019
Quarterback Maye accumulated 281 passing yards and a score, connecting on 25 out of 34 attempts
The triumph bolsters the New England's lead at the summit of the AFC East as they moved to nine victories against two losses, with the New York bottom after falling to a 2-8 mark
The opposing team had scored first at Gillette Stadium with QB Justin Fields running in a five-yard touchdown to conclude the New York's opening drive
But the home team responded in the second period as Henderson ran in two short rushing scores before the ball carrier hauled in a throw from Drake Maye at the back of the endzone in the middle of the third period to extend the lead to 21-7
"That was a key occasion for him stepping up, and it's been fantastic for him to keep earning playing time," the quarterback said of Henderson. "He aims to be excellent."
Justin Fields found John Metchie in the latter part of the third period to close the gap for the visitors but Andy Borregales kicked a two field goals in the fourth quarter as the home side sealed the victory
Key Highlights
- New England continue victory run to eight games
- First-year Henderson shines with three TDs
- Maye throws for 281 yards and a score
- Team now holds a 9-2 record
