New York Jets rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez was off to a slow start but how he and the Jets finished is all that counts. The New England Patriots high flying passing attack with Tom Brady, Randy Moss, and Joey Galloway was grounded. It was due in part to the pressure Jets applied on Tom Brady. Brady's rhythm was off the whole game.
Sanchez throws for the only touchdown of game that went to tight end Dustin Keller from 9 yards out. The real story of the game was the Jets' defense. It kept the Patriots from scoring a touchdown. It is a very difficult task to keep the Patriots from scoring touchdowns, but the Jets' defense made it look easy.
If Jets play consistently like they played today look for Sanchez to rack up more victories during his rookie season. He was poised in the pocket making very accurate throws. Runningback Leon Washington, "Mr. Do everything" for the Jets put them in good field position with a few of his elusive returns.
Jets win the game 16-9. It has been 9 years since Jets have been able to beat the Patriots at home and it was done at the hands of a rookie and great defense. The comments made by Jets earlier in the week were words that easily rang loud in the ears of the Patriots, but, they proved, they could talk the talk and win.
Other Notable Games:
QB Jay Cutler and the Bears bounce back with a victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers by the score of 17-14.
QB Joe Flacco leads Baltimore Ravens to victory over the San Diego Chargers despite 400 yard passing performance by Philip Rivers. The final score for the game was 31-26.
Drew Brees continue to put up Madden like numbers in the Saints victory over Philadelphia Eagles. Brees passes for over 300 yards and three touchdowns in a 48-22 victory.
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