FOXBORO -- Sam Darnold didn't become the first rookie quarterback to beat Bill Belichick's New England Patriots in Foxboro, but the New York Jets signal caller should benefit from the learning experience he endured Sunday at Gillette Stadium.
In his first road start against the Jets' arch rival, Darnold completed 16 of 28 passes for 167 yards with zero touchdowns and zero interceptions. He had one fumble, which was recovered by the Patriots and returned for a touchdown.
Darnold, following his team's 38-3 defeat, was complimentary of the Gillette Stadium environment and Patriots fans' role in creating that buzz.