If you listened to the experts this summer, you heard many longtime NFL observers talk about the possibility of a 16-0 regular season for the New England Patriots followed by the team’s sixth Super Bowl championship.
Those same experts also talked about the possibility — or even likelihood — of the Jets going 0-16. Those estimates were based on the team’s apparent glaring lack of talent on the offensive side of the ball.
However, a quick check of the standings heading into the Week 6 meeting at MetLife Stadium shows the teams tied for first place in the AFC East with 3-2 records, along with the equally surprising Buffalo Bills.