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New York sportswriter forecasts Jets could take over Patriots as the force in the AFC East

Though 41-year-old Tom Brady has offered answers to his status beyond this season, the Patriots’ continued dominance has been called into question. In a week when New England clinched its 10th consecutive AFC East title, hope appears to be rising among one of its rivals.

According to New York Daily News writer Manish Mehta, the Jets are optimistic about succeeding the Patriots as the regional power. Of course, New York is currently 4-11, in the midst of a third straight losing season. But the Jets possess a talented rookie quarterback who is two decades younger than Brady.