The New York Jets (2-5) continue their regular season journey with a matchup in at Gillette Stadium against the New England Patriots (1-5).
All week, topics and storylines have been discussed ahead of this battle between two AFC East foes. In the end, regardless of what is said by players, coaches, media outlets and fans, it always comes down to what unfolds on the field in the NFL.
And once the battle arrives, there will be a few particular things to keep in mind to look out for.
With that, here are five things to watch for during the Jets' Week 8 matchup with the Patriots: