The Patriots have been the 5th-most pass-centric team in the NFL (in a neutral context) since the start of last season with a 66.5% pass rate.
THE BLITZ projects this game to see the 4th-largest volume of plays run on the slate this week at 131.0 plays, accounting for the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.
Mac Jones’s passing accuracy has been refined this year, with his Completion% jumping from 64.5% to 72.0%.
The New York Jets defense has struggled when opposing pass-catchers have gotten into space, surrendering an average of 5.68 yards-after-the-catch since the start of last season: the 5th-most in the NFL.
Cons
The New England Patriots have called the 6th-least plays in the NFL since the start of last season, totaling a lowly 55.6 plays per game.
The forecast calls for 14-mph wind in this game. High wind usually means lower pass volume (and increased run volume) and decreased passing efficiency.
The New York Jets pass defense has displayed good efficiency since the start of last season, giving up 6.84 yards-per-target: the 2nd-least in the league.
The New York Jets cornerbacks rank as the 2nd-best unit in the league since the start of last season in pass coverage.