{"id":43977,"date":"2022-10-27T07:47:47","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T11:47:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.patsfans.com\/patriots\/blog\/?p=43977"},"modified":"2022-10-27T10:57:09","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T14:57:09","slug":"patriots-jets-week-8-key-matchups-who-has-the-edge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.patsfans.com\/patriots\/blog\/2022\/10\/27\/patriots-jets-week-8-key-matchups-who-has-the-edge\/","title":{"rendered":"Patriots-Jets Week 8, Key Matchups, Who Has the Edge?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Patriots head back on the road, albeit a short trip, when they head to New Jersey to take on the Jets. It is only their second game against an AFC East opponent.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Patriots and Jets will then meet again in a few weeks. New England will play the Colts at home next week, followed by a bye week. Then the Jets will make the trip up to Foxboro. This week\u2019s game is a big one for both teams.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This week’s game will be broadcast by CBS. Ian Eagle will be making the play-by-play with Charles Davis as the color analyst. Evan Washburn will work from the sidelines. The game will also be aired on the Patriots flagship radio station, 98.5 The Sports Hub, with Bob Socci and Scott Zolak on the call, produced by Marc Capello.<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>Patriots (3-4)<\/b> are coming off a 33-14 shellacking by the Bears. Chicago dominated all three phases of the game and rushed for 243 yards, with Justin Fields gashing the defense with 82.<\/span><\/p>\n

The offense, with the exception of two drives in the second quarter, couldn\u2019t get anything going.\u00a0 Mac Jones returned from IR, started the game, and played for three drives before being lifted for Bailey Zappe, who played the remainder of the game.<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>Jets (5-2)<\/b> won their fourth game in a row, beating Denver 16-9. During their current streak, the Jets are averaging more than 141 yards per game rushing. They lost talented rookie running back Breece Hall with a torn ACL in Denver. However, they quickly made a trade with Jacksonville, adding RB James Robinson.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We here at PatsFans.com are continuing our \u201cRazor\u2019s Edge\u201d column in 2022 to give some quick analysis of some of the game’s key matchups and what you can look for in how the game plays out.<\/span><\/p>\n

First up is the Patriots’ offense:<\/span><\/p>\n

Patriots RBs vs Jets Front Seven \u2013<\/b> Edge New York<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

Damien Harris returned from injury last week, but neither he nor Rhamondre Stevenson could get anything going against a poor Bears run defense. The team struggled against a poor rush defense for the second week in a row. Now they face a much tougher one.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Jets\u2019 run defense has been very good, spearheaded by Quinnen Williams; their defensive line is among the best in the NFL, allowing just 105 yards per game (11th in the league) and 3.9 yards per rush (3rd).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Patriots will probably be without center David Andrews (concussion protocol), which is a big loss. They\u2019ll turn to James Ferentz, which will be a matchup against Williams that the Jets will look to exploit in both the running and passing games. It looks to be another tough sledding day for the Patriots running game.<\/span><\/p>\n

Patriots WRs vs Jets Secondary \u2013 <\/b>Edge New York<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

Mac Jones is said to be the starter this week in New Jersey, according to ESPN\u2019s Field Yates. Jones played only three series against the Bears a month after injuring his ankle against the Ravens. And he didn\u2019t look good, trying to shake off the rust.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Jets’ pass defense centers around a young secondary that has been playing terrific. Sauce Gardner is already generating a lot of hype (deservedly so) that he\u2019s the next New York CB to earn the \u201cIsland\u201d status, aka Darrelle Revis. The pass rush is led by Williams, who has five sacks, but Carl Lawson and John Franklin-Myers have stepped up their game during the winning streak.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

I spoke with old friend and Jets\u2019 beat writer Antwan Staley of the NY Daily News a couple of times this week, and he said that if the secondary has any weakness, it may be the safeties (Lamarcus Joyner and Jordan Whitehead) although Joyner leads the team with three interceptions.\u00a0 This could indicate an area for Hunter Henry or Jakobi Meyers to attack.<\/span><\/p>\n

But it all comes down to protection. Williams destroyed the Packers a couple of weeks ago, and going against Williams, it may require keeping the RBs in to block. Giving Jones time to look for Meyers, DeVante Parker, and Tyquan Thornton will be tough. One must wonder what the messy situation did to Jones this week’s confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n

Next up is the Jets’ offense:<\/span><\/p>\n

Jets RBs vs NE Front Seven\u2013<\/b> Edge New England<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

The Patriots’ run defense was awful on MNF, getting gashed for 243 yards. The Jets lost talented rookie RB Breece Hall for the season with a torn ACL. He would have definitely flipped the matchup for New York. They traded for Robinson and still have Michael Carter, giving them a pair of good backs. QB Zach Wilson has some wheels, and watching the tape of MNF could test the waters against the Patriots’ front seven.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Jets want to run the ball, but the offensive line has been hit with injuries. Also lost for the season is guard Alijah Vera-Tucker, who tore a triceps in Denver. The New England front seven has to be much better on Sunday, and the feeling here is that they will be. The interior DL and inside LBs have to step up, stuff the run, and force New York into throwing the football.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Jets WRs vs NE Secondary- <\/b>Edge New England<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

The Jets\u2019 QB Zach Wilson is 4-0 since returning from an injury suffered in the preseason. He\u2019s cut down on the turnovers that plagued him as a rookie last year. However, the Jets haven\u2019t asked him to do too much, and have relied on their running game.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

New York has a good group of receivers led by rookie Garrett Wilson, Corey Davis, and Elijah Moore. Tight end Tyler Conklin and Carter out of the backfield give Wilson plenty of targets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Patriots’ pass defense has been very good with Jonathan Jones, and Jalen Mills, along with rookies Jack and Marcus Jones at cornerback, with a plethora of talented safeties that gives the defense the ability to mix and match. However, Kyle Dugger and Adrian Phillips were injured last week, so their status will bear watching.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The pass rush led by Matthew Judon and Deatrich Wise have to pressure Wilson on passing downs and hopefully cause a turnover or two.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Special Teams- <\/b>Edge New York<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

The STs units on both sides are matched up pretty evenly, with kickers Nick Folk and the Jets\u2019 Greg Zuerlein being money when asked to produce in the field goal department. Returners Marcus Jones and Braxton Berrios have been effective.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But the Patriots’ coverage units have been very inconsistent, which is why Jake Bailey\u2019s net punting average is among the lowest in the league, just 35.4 yards. While Bailey hasn\u2019t been his usual self, the coverage woes have hurt.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Next up, who wins and why\u2026<\/b><\/h3>\n

Prediction:<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Jets are looking to break a 12-game losing streak against the Patriots and continue their winning streak. And this is a good week for both. The Patriots are coming off an ugly MNF loss and are facing a short week to try to get things turned around.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Keys to the game from a Patriots perspective:<\/span><\/p>\n

Get the OL Issues Ironed Out \u2014 <\/b>The Patriots running game has been struggling the past few weeks against terrible run defenses. This week they are facing a very good unit, and they\u2019ll have to start winning the one-on-one battles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The pass protection was not good on Monday and must give Jones time to find receivers. Regardless of who the QB is, protection is the key. Keep an eye on the play calling this week to see if they go back to what was working the three games Jones was out.\u00a0 And stop with the drive-killing penalties.<\/span><\/p>\n

Slow Down Jet\u2019s Running Game \u2014 <\/b>Robert Saleh has said that he wants the Jets to be a run-first team and control the clock and tempo. The loss of Hall was a big one, as well as Vera-Tucker on an OL that has suffered its share of injuries.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If they can force the Jets into having to throw the ball, they can bring the pass rush and possibly force Wilson into making mistakes. That will give them a puncher\u2019s chance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Win the Turnover Battle \u2014 <\/b>You won\u2019t win many games by turning the ball over four times. The Patriots have to flip the script this week and force the Jets into turning it over, something they haven\u2019t done during the current winning streak.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If they are not careful with the football, this one will get away from them quickly. No fumbles or bad interceptions this week<\/span><\/p>\n

___________\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

I am still trying to figure out how the Patriots are favored in this one. This is a different Jets team than the ones the Patriots rolled over the past 12 times. Is there a lucky 13 in the cards?\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

I believe the teams will split the season series this year. The Jets will force New England into turnovers which will be the difference. The offense will struggle to move the ball against New York\u2019s defense.\u00a0 <\/span>Jets 27-10<\/b><\/p>\n

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Follow me on Twitter <\/span><\/i>@SteveB7SFG<\/span><\/i><\/a> or email me at <\/span><\/i>stevebpatsfans@gmail.com<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

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