Patriots vs. Jets: 6 Bold Predictions

Patriots vs. Jets: 6 Bold Predictions

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It’s simple. All that separates the New England Patriots from essential home field advantage is a plane ride to play the New York Jets. A win in East Rutherford, New Jersey will pretty much end the Patriots’ regular season, rendering the season finale against the Miami Dolphins pointless in terms of playoffs seeding.

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However, it won’t be easy. The Jets are playing at a very high level, good enough to budge the Denver Broncos for the No. 5 spot in this week’s Musket Fire AFC power rankings. Winners of their last four games, the Jets are cruising their way to a Wild Card berth. However, if they falter in the remaining weeks, the Jets will find themselves on the outside looking come playoff time.

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Now that the stage is set, let’s indulge in fantasy world for a while. Here are six bold predictions to enjoy as Santa Claus prepares his sleigh.

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