The New England Patriots (7-9) were able to finish out the season on a high note, disposing of the New York Jets (2-14) 28-14 thanks to a respectable defensive performance and a second-half touchdown trio from quarterback Cam Newton.
The snow-flurried game also featured a ton of key inactive players, particularly on defense. Linebackers Anfernee Jennings, Terez Hall, and Tashawn Bower joined the likes of injured-reserve members Stephon Gilmore and Josh Uche as noticeable defensive absences on Sunday.
This allowed Bill Belichick to play some fresh faces in sort of an exhibition-level match versus their AFC East rival.
Here is our defensive film review for the Patriots’ final game of the 2020 season. Check back soon for our season recap film review, equipped with projections and notes on New England’s defense going forward.
