As the NFL season heats up, the New York Jets are set to clash with the Buffalo Bills this Sunday in an important AFC East matchup. The kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET at Highmark Stadium.
The Bills enter the game as ten-point favorites, with the total points set at 46.0.
The Jets (4-11 SU, 5-10 ATS, 8-6-1 O/U) faced a setback last week, suffering a 19-9 defeat to the Los Angeles Rams. This loss marked their third consecutive defeat, and they have struggled overall, posting a 2-8 SU and 3-7 ATS record in their last ten games.
In contrast, the Bills (12-3 SU, 9-6 ATS, 9-5-1 O/U) secured a close 24-21 victory against the New England Patriots last Sunday. Buffalo has thrived recently, winning nine of their last ten games (9-1 SU, 7-3 ATS).
In their previous encounter on October 14, the Bills narrowly defeated the Jets 23-20, covering the spread in the process. Buffalo holds a favorable record against New York, winning seven of the last ten matchups (7-3 SU, 5-5 ATS).
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Jets Struggle in Recent Performance
The Jets failed to build on their previous win against Jacksonville, falling to the Rams last week. In a disappointing second half, they were held scoreless while Los Angeles finished strong with 13 points in the fourth quarter. Despite outgaining the Rams 321-242 in total yards, the Jets were hindered by two turnovers and eight penalties that cost them 62 yards. They converted only 7 of 18 third and fourth downs during the home game.
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers expressed frustration, stating, “The rhythm disappeared, I think,” in reference to the team’s performance after halftime.
Rodgers leads the Jets with 3,511 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and eight interceptions. Key targets include WR Garrett Wilson (90 receptions, 987 yards, 6 TDs) and WR Davante Adams (56 receptions, 719 yards, 6 TDs). The rushing attack is led by RB Breece Hall (187 carries, 774 yards, 5 TDs).
The Jets currently average 19.5 points per game, ranking 24th overall, and 307.9 total yards, placing them 23rd. Their defense allows 22.9 points (15th) and 310.1 total yards (4th) per game, demonstrating a solid performance against the pass (188.3 yards, 5th) but a more vulnerable rush defense (121.8 yards, 15th).
Injury Update for the New York Jets: QB Aaron Rodgers (knee), WR Davante Adams (hip), LB Haason Reddick (neck), CB Sauce Gardner (hamstring), DL Quinnen Williams (hamstring), CB Michael Carter II (back), OL Morgan Moses (knee), G Alijah Vera-Tucker (ankle), S Tony Adams (ankle), and OL John Simpson (calf) are all listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Bills.
Bills Need Improvement to Dominate
Despite a narrow victory over New England, the Bills will need to enhance their performance to cover the spread against the Jets. Buffalo was outgained 379-324 in total yards, committing 13 penalties that resulted in 78 yards lost. However, they capitalized on three turnovers by the Patriots. Quarterback Josh Allen struggled, completing only 16 of 29 passes for 154 yards, with one touchdown and one interception, while also dealing with an injury to his throwing arm.
“Yeah, it’s hard to throw without feeling in your hand,” Allen remarked after the game.
This season, Allen has been impressive, passing for 3,549 yards and rushing for 514 yards, accumulating 37 total touchdowns against six interceptions. Key receivers include WR Khalil Shakir (73 receptions, 796 yards, 4 TDs) and WR Keon Coleman (24 receptions, 498 yards, 3 TDs). The Bills’ rushing attack is spearheaded by RB James Cook (182 carries, 928 yards, 14 TDs).
The Bills average 31.3 points per game (2nd) and 366.5 total yards (7th), showcasing a balanced offensive strategy with a solid passing game (233.0 yards, 10th) and a strong rushing attack (133.5 yards, 10th). Defensively, they give up 22.1 points (11th) and 347.7 total yards (20th) per game, with weaknesses against the pass (229.5 yards, 23rd) but a respectable rush defense (118.3 yards, 13th).
Injury Update for the Buffalo Bills: QB Josh Allen (elbow), WR Curtis Samuel (ribs), S Taylor Rapp (neck), LB Matt Milano (bicep), DB Cam Lewis (shoulder), and OT Spencer Brown (ankle) are questionable for their matchup against the Jets.
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