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New England matched their best victory streak from the Brady era as they beat AFC East opponents the Jets 27-14 in the NFL

Rookie Henderson led the way with three scores as the Patriots secured an eighth straight win for the initial occasion since legendary quarterback Brady's last year with the franchise in 2019

QB Maye accumulated 281 passing yards and a TD, connecting on 25 of 34 passes

The triumph bolsters the New England's advantage at the summit of the division as they moved to nine victories against two losses, with the Jets bottom after dropping to two victories and eight defeats

The opposing team had scored first at Gillette Stadium with quarterback Justin Fields running in a five-yard touchdown to cap the New York's opening drive

But the Patriots answered in the second quarter as the rookie scored two seven-yard touchdowns before the ball carrier hauled in a throw from Drake Maye at the rear of the endzone in the middle of the third period to make it 21-7

"It was a crucial moment for him rising to the challenge, and it's been fantastic for him to keep earning playing time," Maye said of the rookie. "He desires to be excellent."

Fields connected with John Metchie late in the third period to reduce the lead for the visitors but Andy Borregales kicked a two kicks in the final period as the Patriots sealed the win

Game Summary

• Patriots continue winning streak to eight matches
• Rookie TreVeyon Henderson excels with three TDs
• Maye passes for 281 passing yards and a score
• Squad now boasts a nine wins, two losses