17 punts took place in Sunday’s AFC East slugfest between the Patriots and the Jets, but it took just one for New England to seal the victory in Foxboro.
In a game marred by offensive ineptitude and highlighted by stout defenses, the Patriots downed the Jets in dramatic fashion on a punt return for a touchdown by Marcus Jones in the closing seconds of the contest. The stunning play marked the first time this season that a punt has been returned for a touchdown, and more importantly, gave New England a 10–3 win.
In a return reminiscent of DeSean Jackson’s infamous “Miracle at the New Meadowlands,” Jones fielded the punt inside his own 20-yard line. He cut over to the right sideline and found some space to maneuver before dodging past the Jets punter.
