New England improved to 2‑0 in the AFC East with a 26‑19 win over the Jets. Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes, and Charles Woods intercepted Geno Smith in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. The Patriots lost three offensive linemen to injuries but still managed to win. Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas and Hunter Henry each caught touchdowns. A.J. Brown returned from injured reserve but had three drops. The Jets had a chance to tie but turned the ball over. Smith threw his first interception of the season. New York settled for a field goal after a sack. The Patriots will next face the Bears, while the Jets host the Dolphins.
