# Jets Face Patriots in Week 6 Matchup

> Jets need Braelon Allen to deliver big plays against Patriots' defense for road win.
- Title: Jets Face Patriots in Week 6 Matchup · New York Jets On SI
- Summary: Jets need Braelon Allen to deliver big plays against Patriots' defense for road win. Jets must win three matchups against Patriots to secure back-to-back…
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- Published: 2026-10-16T17:15:00+00:00
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- Topics: jets, patriots, braelon allen, geno smith, drake maye, run defense, pass rush, sports
## Jets head into Week 6
Jets aim to build on last week's victory over Browns but face Patriots at Gillette Stadium.
## Patriots' rivalry dominance
New York has 2-10 record against Patriots since 2020 despite Brady-Belichick era ending.
## Gang Green's road challenge
Winning three matchups could give Jets back-to-back wins for first time since 2023.
## Braelon Allen vs. Patriots' run defense
Jets rank 22nd in rushing yards per game (94) with 3.6 yards per attempt.
## Allen's performance
Allen set career highs in rushing attempts (24) and yards (116) with a touchdown against Browns.
## Patriots' run defense strength
Patriots rank sixth in rushing yards allowed per game (90.8) with 4 yards per carry.
## Allen's potential
Allen's size (6'1" 250 lbs) and speed could help break through for explosive runs.
## Maye's recent performance
Maye threw for 643 yards, seven touchdowns, and one interception in last two games.
## Jets' secondary challenge
Jets need secondary to stay disciplined to limit Maye's big plays.
## Smith's performance
Smith completed 55.5% of passes for 301 yards and two touchdowns in last two games.
## Patriots' pass rush
Patriots rank ninth in blitz percentage (36.1%) and 15th in quarterback pressure rate (36.7%).
## Key matchups
Jets must win three matchups to secure back-to-back victories against Patriots.
## Breece Hall out
Breece Hall missed last three practices and was ruled out by Jets on Friday.
## Allen's potential impact
Allen could replicate success against Patriots' defense with explosive runs.
## Maye's blitz vulnerability
Maye completes 62.9% of passes when defenses don't blitz, leading to 14 sacks.
## Smith's pass rush challenge
Smith has been sacked 16 times through five games, tied 14th in time to throw.
## Key takeaway

Jets must win three matchups against Patriots to secure back-to-back victories after 2-10 record since 2020.