Jets Already Made Embarrassing Blunder Before Week 3 Kickoff

The rivalry between the New England Patriots and New York Jets will be reignited in Week 3 as these teams square off for the first time in 2023. Though the Jets may have more playmakers, the Pats’ recent dominance of their AFC East foes (14-0 since 2005) cannot be forgotten ahead of kickoff.

Judging by New York’s pregame mistake, it appears Bill Belichick and company are already in the Jets’ heads.

Zack Cox of NESN captured a photo of the field at MetLife Stadium before these teams clash. It’s clear someone from the grounds crew had a paint mishap, as there were numerous foot prints that could be seen in the end zone just hours before the game starts.

This by no means reflects the mood in the Jets’ locker room, but it’s funny to think everyone around the team — even end zone painters — are nervous as New England looks for its 15th straight win.

The Patriots will face some hurdles as they look to extend their streak. This secondary has been rocked this past week by injuries, as Marcus Jones was placed on the injured reserve list, while Jonathan Jones is already ruled out for Sunday’s matchup against New York.

The offensive line is just as banged up. Guard Sidy Sow is out for Week 3, while Cole Strange and Michael Owenwu are questionable.

The good news is, the Jets aren’t nearly as strong as they were entering the season after losing Aaron Rodgers. Zach Wilson has looked like, well, Zach Wilson in Rodgers’ place, giving New England’s injured secondary a potential big break.

With both offenses struggling, expect Sunday’s contest be extremely hard fought as these rivals try to claw their way to a win.

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