Patriots clinch division title following 42 to 10 trouncing of the Jets

The New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets 42-10 yesterday in their Week 17 matchup, a victory which, coupled with a Bills loss, officially clinched the AFC East title for the Patriots, their first since 2019.

The Patriots dominated the game from the start, leading 35-3 at halftime and scoring touchdowns on their first six possessions. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye had a standout performance, throwing a career-high five touchdown passes and finishing with 256 yards before being relieved in the third quarter.