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New York Jets win home opener against New England Patriots, as Rodgers sparkles in first home start after injury

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New York Jets rolled to victory over the New England Patriots in their home opener Thursday night.

Aaron Rodgers was in total control in a superb homecoming performance that kept the cheers and chants going from the giddy Jets fans. And this time, Rodgers was able to walk off the field — healthy and a winner.

The star quarterback threw two touchdown passes while being showered with "Aa-ron! Rod-gers!" chants throughout, New York's defense was dominant and the Jets rolled to a 24-3 victory over the New England Patriots in their home opener Thursday night.