EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — The New York Jets continued their impressive season with a robust 34-23 victory over the Cleveland Browns, solidifying their status as AFC East champions and a formidable force in the AFC.
Rodgers and Cook Lead the Charge
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers was in top form, completing 21 of 26 passes for 219 yards and adding 2 touchdowns. His leadership and composure were key factors in the Jets’ offensive success. Running back Dalvin Cook complemented Rodgers’ aerial attack with a ground assault, rushing for 110 yards on 22 carries and scoring a touchdown. Wide receiver Jason Brownlee contributed with 4 receptions for 41 yards, keeping the chains moving effectively.
Browns’ Resilient Effort
The Browns, despite the loss, showed resilience. Quarterback Deshaun Watson completed 16 of 19 passes for 193 yards and a touchdown. Running back Nick Chubb displayed his talent with 83 rushing yards on 11 attempts, finding the end zone twice. Donovan Peoples-Jones added 51 receiving yards on 3 catches.
Playoff Implications
The Jets’ victory, combined with the Baltimore Ravens‘ win over the Miami Dolphins, means the Jets enter the playoffs as the second seed in the AFC with a 13-3 record. However, the Jets still have a chance to secure the top seed in the AFC. If the Ravens lose their final game and the Jets win, the Jets would claim the #1 seed due to their superior division and conference records.
Looking Ahead
As the playoffs approach, the Jets are focused and determined. Their performance this season, marked by dominance in their division and a strong overall record, positions them as serious contenders for a deep playoff run. The journey to the Super Bowl is set, and the Jets are ready to rise to the challenge.
TEAM STATS |
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| Offensive Yards Gained |
380 | 364 |
| Total Yards Gained |
391 | 393 |
| Penalties |
3 | 4 |
| Penalty yards |
25 | 45 |
| Total first downs |
23 | 16 |
| 3rd down efficiency |
7 - 11 , 63.6% | 2 - 9 , 22.2% |
| 4th down effiency |
1 - 1 , 100.0% | 2 - 2 , 100.0% |
| 2 point conversion |
0 - 0 , 0.0% | 2 - 2 , 100.0% |
| Trips to red zone |
5 | 2 |
| Red zone touchdowns |
4 | 2 |
| Red zone field goals |
1 | 0 |
| Red zone efficiency |
100.0% | 100.0% |
| Defensive sacks |
2 | 1 |
| Defensive Interceptions |
0 | 0 |
| Defensive forced fumbles |
0 | 0 |
| Defensive F.F. recovered |
0 | 0 |
Stats
Passing
New York Jets
Player |
qbr |
com/att |
pct |
yds |
lng |
td |
int |
sck |
| A.Rodgers | 127.4 | 21 / 26 | 80.8 | 219 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Rushing
New York Jets
Player |
att |
yds |
lng |
td |
avg |
big |
yac |
| D.Cook | 22 | 110 | 10 | 1 | 5.0 | 0 | 1 | B.Hall | 10 | 27 | 7 | 0 | 2.7 | 0 | 2 | A.Rodgers | 3 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 4.3 | 0 | 0 | I.Abanikanda | 2 | 11 | 7 | 0 | 5.5 | 0 | 1 |
Receiving
New York Jets
Player |
rec |
yds |
avg |
td |
yac |
lng |
drop |
| T.Conklin | 6 | 60 | 10.0 | 2 | 15 | 21 | 0 | J.Brownlee | 4 | 41 | 10.3 | 0 | 16 | 14 | 0 | A.Lazard | 3 | 34 | 11.3 | 0 | 11 | 14 | 0 | M.Hardman Jr | 3 | 33 | 11.0 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 0 | D.Cook | 2 | 26 | 13.0 | 0 | 17 | 15 | 0 | B.Hall | 1 | 12 | 12.0 | 0 | 10 | 12 | 1 | C.Uzomah | 1 | 8 | 8.0 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 0 | N.Bawden | 1 | 5 | 5.0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
Defense
New York Jets
Player |
tckl |
sck |
pdef |
int |
int yds |
td |
ff |
ffr |
| Q.Williams | 3 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | J.Franklin-Myers | 2 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | C.Mosley | 2 | 0.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | B.Hall | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | M.Carter II | 0 | 0.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q.Williams | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | D.Reed Jr | 5 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | J.Whitehead | 4 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | S.Gardner | 2 | 0.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | J.Johnson II | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | C.Clark | 6 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | A.Amos | 4 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | O.Ximines | 1 | 0.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | M.Walker | 2 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | K.Tonga | 4 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Kicking
New York Jets
Player |
fg |
fg pct |
lng |
xp |
xp pct |
50+ |
50+ pct |
| G.Zuerlein | 2 / 2 | 100.0 | 57 | 4 / 4 | 100.0 | 1 / 1 | 100.0 | T.Morstead | 0 / 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 / 0 | 0.0 | 0 / 0 | 0.0 |
Punting
New York Jets
Player |
punts |
yds |
avg |
tb |
in20 |
lng |
blk |
| T.Morstead | 1 | 35 | 28.0 | 0 | 0 | 35 | 0 |
