After winning their second consecutive game in as many weeks, the Jets moved up two spots in the latest edition of USA TODAY’s NFL power rankings.
New York moved up from No. 29 to No. 27 after beating the Redskins, 34-17, Sunday. The Jets bounced back against the Giants with a much-needed win and carried their success over against NFC East foes this season, improving to 3-1 against the division on the season.
The Jets were able to make life difficult for Washington rookie quarterback Dwayne Haskins. New York’s No. 1 ranked run defense kept the Redskins rushing attack in check while sacking Haskins six times on the afternoon.
New York saw career days from both Sam Darnold and Jamal Adams. Darnold threw a career-high four touchdown passes, while Adams sacked Haskins three times.
Behind Darnold, the Jets running back by committee trio rushed for over 100 yards. Sunday marked the first time this season that the Jets hit the century mark. At tight end, Ryan Griffin had the first 100-plus yard game from a Jets tight end since 2011.
As for the rest of the AFC East, the 7-3 Bills moved up two spots to No. 15 after beating the Dolphins, who fell one spot to No. 29. The Patriots stayed at No. 2 following a victory over the Eagles in Philadelphia.
Rounding out the top five are the Ravens at No. 1, the Patriots at No. 2, the Saints at No. 3, the Seahawks at No. 4 and the 49ers at No. 5.
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