Strong comeback from Rodgers: Jets clearly defeat Patriots

Perfect comeback in New York: Aaron Rodgers (#8) celebrated a clear victory with the Jets against the Patriots.
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The New York Jets won their first home game of the new NFL season by a clear margin. Star quarterback Aaron Rodgers led the Jets to a 24:3 (14:3) victory over the New England Patriots in the North American football league. After eight home defeats against the Patriots in the series, the Jets won against their rivals in their own stadium for the first time since 2015.

It was a really special night. The chants from the fans meant a lot to me.

Aaron Rodgers thus celebrated a successful return to MetLife Stadium. A little over a year ago, the quarterback tore his Achilles tendon in his first and, to date, last home game for the Jets and missed the rest of the season. The 40-year-old, the oldest player in the league, has shown no signs of injury this season. “It was a really special evening. The chants from the fans meant a lot to me,” said Rodgers after his first home game in over a year.

Rodgers clearly wins quarterback duel against Brissett

Rodgers threw two touchdown passes against the Patriots: in the first quarter to Allen Lazard and in the third quarter to Garrett Wilson, giving the hosts a 21-3 lead. Rodgers completed 27 of his 35 passes, covering 281 yards. Breece Hall also scored a touchdown for the Jets in the second running game.

The game was less confident for Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett. He was brought down five times by the strong Jets defense and only managed 98 yards. At the end of the fourth quarter, Brissett was replaced by league newcomer Drake Maye.

The Patriots lost for the second time in their third game of the season, while the Jets won their second game in their third encounter.