The much-anticipated matchup between the New England Patriots and the New York Jets is set for September 19, 2024, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, with kickoff scheduled for 8:15 pm.

This season, the Patriots are currently 2nd in their division and 6th in the conference boasting an undefeated record of 1-0-0 and a perfect winning percentage. They’ve scored 16 points and allowed 10, resulting in a positive net difference of 6 points. On the other hand, the Jets find themselves 4th in their division and 13th in the conference with a 0-1-0 record, having scored 19 points but allowed a higher 32 points, leading to a -13 point differential.

In their last outings, the Patriots narrowly lost to Seattle with a final score of 20 to 23 while compiling 19 first downs, and amassing 185 rushing yards along with 125 passing yards. The Jets, facing Tennessee, secured a win with a score of 24 to 17, achieving 16 first downs, rushing for 101 yards and throwing for 164 yards.

Key players to watch include Jacoby Brissett for the Patriots, who in their last game threw for 149 yards and 1 touchdown with an 83.72 passer rating. Aaron Rodgers led the Jets, throwing for 176 yards and 2 touchdowns with a 98.75 passer rating.

Betting enthusiasts should note that odds makers have set the Jets as 7-point favorites at home, despite their recent performance issues, reflecting a belief in their turnaround potential or possibly underestimating the Patriots. The moneyline leans heavily towards the Jets at -310 compared to the Patriots at +250, suggesting a stronger confidence in a Jets win. The over/under for the game is reasonably set at 40.50 points.

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