2008 New York Jets season

2008New York Jetsseason
Owner	Woody&Christopher Johnson
General manager	Mike Tannenbaum
Head coach	Eric Mangini
Home field	Giants Stadium
Results
Record	9–7
Division place	3rdAFC East
Playoff finish	Did not qualify
Pro Bowlers	CNick Mangold GAlan Faneca QBBrett Favre CBDarrelle Revis RBThomas Jones RBLeon Washington NTKris Jenkins
AP All-Pros	RBThomas Jones(1st team) KRLeon Washington(1st team) GAlan Faneca(2nd team) NTKris Jenkins(2nd team)
Uniform

Thomas Jonesscores againstthe St. Louis Rams,November 9, 2008

The2008 New York Jets seasonwas the franchise's 39thseasonin theNational Football League(NFL), the 49th season overall, and the third and final underhead coachEric Mangini.The team succeeded in improving upon their 4–12 record from2007,but did not make the playoffs for the second straight season.

Offseason

Signings

The Jets used a large amount ofsalary caproom to make several high-profile acquisitions in the offseason. On February 29 the team signed formerPittsburgh Steelersleft guard,Alan Faneca,to a five-year, $40 million contract. The deal made Faneca the highest paidoffensive linemanin the National Football League.The Jets then signed formerArizona Cardinalslinebacker,Calvin Pace,to a six-year, $42 million deal.Pace had 6 ½ sacks in 2007, and was considered to fit well with the Jets'3–4 defense.The Jets continued to attempt to improve the offensive line by signingDetroit Lionsright tackleDamien Woodyto a five-year $25.5 million contract.

Other notable free agent signings includedfullback,Tony Richardson;cornerbacks,Andre WoolfolkandTy Law;tight end,Bubba Franks;andrunning back,Jesse Chatman.

Perhaps the Jets most significant offseason acquisition was veteran and formerGreen Bay Packersquarterback,Brett Favre.Favre, the NFL's all-time leader in touchdown passes, completions, passing yards, interceptions, wins and consecutive starts by a quarterback, was picked up in a trade during training camp. Favre finished the 2008 season second in MVP voting and was named starter of theAFCPro Bowl team.

Departures

• SErik Coleman(signed withAtlanta Falconsas an unrestricted free agent)
• TESean Ryan(signed withMiami Dolphinsas an unrestricted free agent)
• OTAnthony Clement(signed withNew England Patriotsas an unrestricted free agent)
• CBAndre Dyson(released)
• WRJustin McCareins(signed withTennessee Titansas an unrestricted free agent)
• QBChad Pennington(signed withMiami Dolphinsas an unrestricted free agent)

Trades

• Trade 3rd and 5th round draft picks tothe Carolina Panthersfor DTKris Jenkins
• Trade LBJonathan Vilmatothe New Orleans Saintsfor 4th round draft pick.
• Trade DTDewayne Robertsontothe Denver Broncosfor a conditional draft pick in the2009 NFL draft.
• Trade 4th round conditional draft pick in 2009 tothe Green Bay Packersfor QBBrett Favre.

NFL draft

Main article:2008 NFL draft

2008 New York Jets draft
Round	Pick	Player	Position	College	Notes
1	6	Vernon Gholston	DE	Ohio State
1	30	Dustin Keller	TE	Purdue	from Green Bay
4	113	Dwight Lowery	CB	San Jose State	from New Orleans via New York Jets and Green Bay
5	162	Erik Ainge	QB	Tennessee	from Green Bay
6	171	Marcus Henry	WR	Kansas
7	211	Nate Garner	OT	Arkansas
Made roster

Staff

2008 New York Jets staff

Front office Owner –Woody Johnson Head coaches Head coach –Eric Mangini Assistant head coach/offensive line –Bill Callahan Offensive coaches Offensive coordinator –Brian Schottenheimer Quarterbacks –Brian Daboll Running backs –Jimmy Raye Wide receivers –Noel Mazzone Assistant offensive line/tight ends –Mike Devlin Offensive quality control –Brian Smith Coaching assistant – Dan Shamash

Defensive coaches Defensive coordinator –Bob Sutton Defensive line coach –Dan Quinn Assistant defensive line –Bryan Cox Linebackers –Jim Herrmann Defensive backs –Jerome Henderson Defensive quality control/Coaches’ Assistant –Andy Dickerson Special teams coaches Special teams coordinator –Mike Westhoff Special teams coordinator –Kevin O'Dea Special teams quality control/defensive quality control –Ben Kotwica Strength and conditioning Strength and conditioning –Sal Alosi Assistant strength and conditioning/nutrition coordinator –Rick Lyle

Final roster

New York Jets 2008 final roster
Quarterbacks 11Kellen Clemens 4Brett Favre 5Brett Ratliff Running backs 20Thomas Jones 49Tony RichardsonFB 29Leon Washington Wide receivers 17David Clowney 87Laveranues Coles 89Jerricho Cotchery 16Brad Smith 83Chansi Stuckey 15Wallace Wright Tight ends 86Chris Baker 88Bubba Franks 81Dustin Keller		Offensive linemen 66Alan FanecaG 60D'Brickashaw FergusonT 78Wayne HunterT 74Nick MangoldC 65Brandon MooreG 75Robert TurnerC 67Damien WoodyT Defensive linemen 93Kenyon ColemanDE 70Mike DeVitoDE 92Shaun EllisDE 77Kris JenkinsNT 69C. J. MosleyDE 91Sione PouhaNT		Linebackers 50Eric BartonILB 96David BowensOLB 56Vernon GholstonOLB 52David HarrisILB 94Marques MurrellOLB 97Calvin PaceOLB 53Cody SpencerILB 99Bryan ThomasOLB 57Jason TrusnikOLB Defensive backs 36David BarrettCB 31Ahmad CarrollCB 30Drew ColemanCB 27Abram ElamSS 44James IhedigboFS 22Ty LawCB 34Dwight LoweryCB 23Hank PoteatCB 32J. R. ReedSS 24Darrelle RevisCB 25Kerry RhodesFS 33Eric SmithSS Special teams 85James DearthLS 3Jay FeelyK 6Reggie HodgesP 1Mike NugentK		Reserve lists 9Erik AingeQB(IR) 22Jesse ChatmanRB(IR) 55Brad KassellLB(IR) 35Danny WoodheadRB(IR) Practice squad 98Kareem BrownDE 39Jehuu CaulcrickFB 54Kenwin CummingsLB 64Stanley DanielsG 14Marcus HenryWR --Ryan KeenanG 79Ropati PitoituaDE(IR) 47Brandon RenkartLB --Brian SchaeferingDE rookies in italics Pro Bowlersin bold 53 active, 5 inactive, 8 practice squad

Schedule

Matchups were determined at the end of the 2007 season based on the league'sscheduling formula.Along with home and away games against each of their traditional rivals in theAFC East,the Jets played each of the teams from theAFC WestandNFC Westdivisions, as per the NFL's annual rotation. They also played games againstthe Tennessee TitansandCincinnati Bengals,who finished 2007 third in the two remaining AFC divisions. The NFL revealed its schedule for all 256 regular season games on April 15, 2008.One notable game in the schedule was the Jets' first game televised on theNFL Network,against thedivision rivalNew England Patriots.Game times from weeks 12 through 17 were subject to change in accordance with the NFL'sflexible schedulingpolicy; two games were affected by this policy.

Preseason

Week	Date	Opponent	Result	Record	Venue	Recap
1	August 7	atCleveland Browns	W24–20	1–0	Cleveland Browns Stadium	Recap
2	August 16	Washington Redskins	L10–13	1–1	Giants Stadium	Recap
3	August 23	New York Giants	W10–7	2–1	Giants Stadium	Recap
4	August 28	atPhiladelphia Eagles	W27–20	3–1	Lincoln Financial Field	Recap

Regular season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result	Record	Venue	Recap
1	September 7	atMiami Dolphins	W20–14	1–0	Dolphin Stadium	Recap
2	September 14	New England Patriots	L10–19	1–1	Giants Stadium	Recap
3	September 22	atSan Diego Chargers	L29–48	1–2	Qualcomm Stadium	Recap
4	September 28	Arizona Cardinals	W56–35	2–2	Giants Stadium	Recap
5	Bye
6	October 12	Cincinnati Bengals	W26–14	3–2	Giants Stadium	Recap
7	October 19	atOakland Raiders	L13–16(OT)	3–3	Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum	Recap
8	October 26	Kansas City Chiefs	W28–24	4–3	Giants Stadium	Recap
9	November 2	atBuffalo Bills	W26–17	5–3	Ralph Wilson Stadium	Recap
10	November 9	St. Louis Rams	W47–3	6–3	Giants Stadium	Recap
11	November 13	atNew England Patriots	W34–31(OT)	7–3	Gillette Stadium	Recap
12	November 23	atTennessee Titans	W34–13	8–3	LP Field	Recap
13	November 30	Denver Broncos	L17–34	8–4	Giants Stadium	Recap
14	December 7	atSan Francisco 49ers	L14–24	8–5	Candlestick Park	Recap
15	December 14	Buffalo Bills	W31–27	9–5	Giants Stadium	Recap
16	December 21	atSeattle Seahawks	L3–13	9–6	Qwest Field	Recap
17	December 28	Miami Dolphins	L17–24	9–7	Giants Stadium	Recap

Note:Intra-division opponents are inboldtext.

Standings

AFC East
	W	L	T	PCT	DIV	CONF	PF	PA	STK
(3)Miami Dolphins	11	5	0	.688	4–2	8–4	345	317	W5
New England Patriots	11	5	0	.688	4–2	7–5	410	309	W4
New York Jets	9	7	0	.563	4–2	7–5	405	356	L2
Buffalo Bills	7	9	0	.438	0–6	5–7	336	342	L1

Regular season results

Week 1: at Miami Dolphins

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Jets	7	6	7	0	20
Dolphins	0	7	0	7	14

atDolphin Stadium,Miami Gardens, Florida

• Game time:1:00 PMEDT
• Game weather:88 °F or 31.1 °C (Mostly Sunny)
• Game attendance:65,859
• Referee:Mike Carey
• TV announcers (CBS):Jim NantzandPhil Simms

Game summary

Brett Favre and the Jets in their preseason matchup against theWashington Redskins,August 16

The Jets started with quarterbackBrett Favreagainst aMiami Dolphinsteam that was sporting new starting quarterback and former Jets starting quarterbackChad Pennington.Favre got the Jets on the scoreboard first in the first quarter with a play-action pass that foundJerricho Cotcheryat the 10-yard line en route to a 56-yard touchdown. However,Mike Nugentsprained his thigh on the following kickoff, and when he attempted and missed a 32-yard field goal attempt, Nugent was brought out of the game. Miami then responded, with Chad Pennington marching the Dolphins down to the 6-yard line. From there, Pennington connected withAnthony Fasanofor a 5-yard touchdown, tying the game. On the following drive for the Jets, coachEric Mangini,faced with the possibility of missing a 40-yard field goal if he allowed an uncertain Mike Nugent to kick the ball, opted for Favre to continue on 4th down and 13 yards. Favre, under pressure, threw up a high ball and rookieChansi Stuckeyjumped up for the catch in the end zone, giving the Jets a 13–7 lead. Rather than put Nugent out to the field for a PAT, Mangini opted to go for two points, but the option failed.

In the 3rd quarter, Favre brought the Jets back to thered zone,moving them to the 6-yard line. From there, Favre handed off the ball toThomas Jones,who ran in for the touchdown. Along with an extra point from Mike Nugent, the Jets now had a 20–7 lead. Due to miscommunication, Chad Pennington was forced to use two time-outs early in the 4th quarter. Late in the 4th quarter, Pennington moved Miami down the field, including connecting on a 14-yard pass from 4th-and-7 at midfield. Pennington completed an 11-yard touchdown pass toDavid Martinwith 3:27 remaining, cutting the Jets' lead to 6 points. The Jets, who ran the clock down to the two-minute warning, went three-and-out on their drive, giving the ball back to Miami at their 34-yard line with 1:53 remaining. Pennington moved the team down the field, getting to the 18-yard line with 18 seconds on the clock. On 3rd-and-10 from the 18-yard line, Pennington attempted a throw toTed Ginn Jr.in the back of the end zone, but it was intercepted byDarrelle Revis,sealing the six-point win for the Jets.

With the win, the Jets began their 2008 season at 1–0.

Brett Favre, in his Jets debut, completed 15 of 22 passes for 194 yards and 2 touchdowns (with a passer rating of 125.9).

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	08:42	TD	Jerricho Cotchery,56 pass fromBrett Favre	Mike Nugentkick	7	7–0
2	MIA	12:41	TD	Anthony Fasano,5 pass fromChad Pennington	Dan Carpenterkick	7	7–7
	NYJ	14:52	TD	Chansi Stuckey,22 pass fromBrett Favre		6	13–7
3	NYJ	01:08	TD	Thomas Jones,6 run	Mike Nugentkick	7	20–7
4	MIA	09:28	TD	David Martin,11 pass fromChad Pennington	Dan Carpenterkick	7	20–14

Week 2: vs. New England Patriots

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Patriots	3	3	10	3	19
Jets	0	3	0	7	10

atGiants Stadium,East Rutherford, New Jersey

• Game time:4:15 PMEDT
• Game weather:90 °F or 32.2 °C (Partly Cloudy)
• Game attendance:78,554
• Referee:John Parry
• TV announcers (CBS):Jim NantzandPhil Simms

Game summary

Coming off their divisional road win over the Dolphins, the Jets played their Week 2 home opener against their AFC East foe,the New England Patriots.The Jets had the first opportunity to score in the first quarter, but a 31-yard field goal attempt by new kickerJay Feelywas wide right. New York then trailed as Patriots kickerStephen Gostkowskigot a 21-yard field goal. In the second quarter, the Jets continued to trail as Gostkowski kicked a 37-yard field goal.Brett Favregot the Jets down to the 3-yard line, but after three running plays resulting in 0 net yardage, the Jets settled for a 21-yard field goal to get on the board.

In the third quarter, New England capitalized on an interception byBrandon Meriweatheroff a Brett Favre pass. The Patriots increased its lead 6 plays later as RBSammy Morrisgot a 1-yard TD run and Gostkowski nailed a 28-yard field goal. In the fourth quarter, the Jets tried to rally as QB Brett Favre completed a 2-yard TD pass to WRChansi Stuckey.However, the Patriots pulled away with Gostkowski's 27-yard field goal.

With the loss, New York fell to 1–1.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NE	03:00	FG	Stephen Gostkowski,21 yd field goal		3	3–0
2	NE	13:16	FG	Stephen Gostkowski,37 yd field goal		3	6–0
	NYJ	07:28	FG	Jay Feely,21 yd field goal		3	6–3
3	NE	06:20	TD	Sammy Morris,1 yd run	Stephen Gostkowskikick	7	13–3
	NE	00:17	FG	Stephen Gostkowski,28 yd field goal		3	16–3
4	NYJ	10:18	TD	Chansi Stuckey,2 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	16–10
	NE	05:18	FG	Stephen Gostkowski,27 yd field goal		3	19–10

Week 3: at San Diego Chargers

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Jets	7	7	0	15	29
Chargers	10	21	7	10	48

atQualcomm Stadium,San Diego, California

• Game time:8:30 PMEDT/5:30 PMPDT
• Game weather:71 °F or 21.7 °C (Sunny)
• Game attendance:68,922
• Referee:Peter Morelli
• TV announcers (ESPN):Mike Tirico,Ron Jaworski,andTony Kornheiser

Game summary

Hoping to rebound from their divisional home loss to the Patriots, the Jets flew toQualcomm Stadiumfor a Week 3 MNF duel withthe San Diego Chargers.In the first quarter, New York took flight as CBDavid Barrettreturned an interception 25 yards for a touchdown. The Chargers responded with kickerNate Kaedinggetting a 36-yard field goal, along with QBPhilip Riverscompleting a 1-yard TD pass to FBMike Tolbert.In the second quarter, San Diego increased its lead with CBAntonio Cromartiereturning an interception 52 yards for a touchdown. The Jets answered with QBBrett Favrecompleting a 3-yard TD pass to WRLaveranues Coles.The turning point in the game occurred on the following kickoff, an on-side kick, which traveled only 15 yards before the Chargers picked up the ball. They then added a touchdown, with Rivers completing a 27-yard TD pass to WRChris Chambers.Following another interception, the Chargers scored again with a 6-yard TD pass to TEAntonio Gates.

In the third quarter, San Diego increased its lead with RBLaDainian Tomlinsongetting a 2-yard TD run. New York then managed to move the ball down to the San Diego 9-yard line, but turned the ball over on downs. In the fourth quarter, New York tried to rally as Favre completed a 4-yard TD pass to WRChansi Stuckey(with a failed 2-point conversion), along with kickerJay Feelygetting a 32-yard field goal, yet the Chargers answered with Tomlinson's 2-yard TD run. Afterwards, the Jets tried to make yet another comeback attempt asJerricho Cotcheryran a return ball 54 yards. Favre completed a 13-yard TD pass to TEDustin Kellerto put them within 2 touchdowns from tying, yet San Diego sealed the win with Kaeding's 49-yard field goal with 2:08 left in the game.

With the loss, New York fell to 1–2.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	11:27	TD	David Barrett,25 yd interception return	Jay Feely,kick	7	7–0
	SD	05:47	FG	Nate Kaeding,36 yd field goal		3	7–3
	SD	02:03	TD	Mike Tolbert,1-yard pass fromPhilip Rivers	Nate Kaedingkick	7	7–10
2	SD	14:48	TD	Antonio Cromartie,52 yd interception return	Nate Kaedingkick	7	7–17
	NYJ	13:50	TD	Laveranues Coles,3 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	14–17
	SD	11:17	TD	Chris Chambers,27 yd pass fromPhilip Rivers	Nate Kaedingkick	7	14–24
	SD	03:17	TD	Antonio Gates,6 yd pass fromPhilip Rivers	Nate KaedingKick	7	14–31
3	SD	10:36	TD	LaDainian Tomlinson,2 yd run	Nate Kaedingkick	7	14–38
4	NYJ	10:30	TD	Chansi Stuckey,4 yd pass fromBrett Favre		6	20–38
	NYJ	08:21	FG	Jay Feely,32 yd field goal		3	23–38
	SD	05:18	TD	LaDainian Tomlinson,2 yd run	Nate Kaedingkick	7	23–45
	NYJ	03:09	TD	Dustin Keller,13 yd pass fromBrett Favre		6	29–45
	SD	05:18	FG	Nate Kaeding,49 yd field goal		3	29–48

Week 4: vs. Arizona Cardinals

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Cardinals	0	0	21	14	35
Jets	0	34	0	22	56

atGiants Stadium,East Rutherford, New Jersey

• Game time:1:00 PMEDT
• Game weather:69 °F or 20.6 °C (Overcast)
• Game attendance:78,222
• Referee:Scott Green
• TV announcers (Fox):Dick Stockton,Brian BaldingerandBrian Billick

Game summary

Hoping to rebound from a toughMonday Night Footballroad loss to the Chargers, the Jets went home, donned their New York Titans throwbacks, and played a Week 4 interconference duel withthe Arizona Cardinals.After a scoreless first quarter, New York would begin their explosive second quarter. It began with QBBrett Favrecompleting a 12-yard TD pass to WRLaveranues Coles.It continued with CBDarrelle Revisreturning an interception 32 yards for a touchdown. Afterwards, New York kept its domination going with Favre completing a 34-yard TD pass to Coles, kickerJay Feelygetting a 20-yard field goal, Favre and Coles hooking up with each other for a third time on a 2-yard TD pass, and Feely kicking a 30-yard field goal.

In the third quarter, the Cardinals started to rally as RBEdgerrin Jamesgot a 4-yard and a 2-yard TD run, while RBTim Hightowergot a 1-yard TD run. In the fourth quarter, the Jets answered with Favre completing a 17-yard TD pass to WRJerricho Cotchery.Arizona replied with QBKurt Warnercompleting an 8-yard TD pass to WRAnquan Boldin,yet New York continued its victory march as Favre completed a 40-yard TD pass to Cotchery. The Cardinals tried to come back as Warner completing a 14-yard TD pass to WRJerheme Urban,yet the Jets were able to close out the game as Favre threw his career-best sixth touchdown pass to rookie TEDustin Kellerfrom 24 yards out. In the final minute, Anquan Boldin suffered fracturedparanasal sinusesas a result of a helmet-to-helmet collision. After witnessing the injury,Kurt Warnerconsidered retirement, but remained to lead the Cardinals toSuper Bowl XLIII.

With the amazing win, New York went into the bye week at 2–2.

The Jets' 34-second quarter points became a franchise record for the most points in any given quarter. The defense was also impressive with 5 sacks and 7 turnovers. Also, heading into the game, Favre was listed as questionable, due to an injury fromMonday Night Football.He improved to 6–1 in career games where he's listed as questionable.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	No scoring plays
2	NYJ	14:44	TD	Laveranues Coles,12 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	0–7
	NYJ	13:25	TD	Darrelle Revis,32 yd interception return	Jay Feelykick	7	0–14
	NYJ	07:17	TD	Laveranues Coles,34 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	0–21
	NYJ	03:32	FG	Jay Feely,20 yd field goal		3	0–24
	NYJ	00:10	TD	Laveranues Coles,2 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay FeelyKick	7	0–31
	NYJ	00:00	FG	Jay Feely,30 yd field goal		3	0–34
3	ARI	12:39	TD	Edgerrin James,4 yd run	Neil Rackerskick	7	7–34
	ARI	05:41	TD	Edgerrin James,2 yd run	Edgerrin Jamesrun	8	15–34
	ARI	02:50	TD	Tim Hightower,1 yd run		6	21–34
4	NYJ	11:50	TD	Jerricho Cotchery,17 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	21–41
	ARI	09:49	TD	Anquan Boldin,8 yd pass fromKurt Warner	Neil Rackerskick	7	28–41
	NYJ	07:26	TD	Jerricho Cotchery,40 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	28–48
	ARI	02:37	TD	Jerheme Urban,14 yd pass fromKurt Warner	Neil Rackerskick	7	35–48
	NYJ	01:54	TD	Dustin Keller,24 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Leon Washingtonrun	8	35–56

Week 6: vs. Cincinnati Bengals

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Bengals	7	7	0	0	14
Jets	7	10	3	6	26

atGiants Stadium,East Rutherford, New Jersey

• Game time:1:00 PMEDT
• Game weather:67 °F or 19.4 °C (Clear)
• Game attendance:78,161
• Referee:Gene Steratore
• TV announcers (CBS):Dick Enberg,Randy Cross,andDan Fouts

Coming off their bye week, the Jets stayed at home, donned their New York Titans throwbacks again, and played a Week 6 duel with the winlessCincinnati Bengals.In the first quarter, the Jets trailed early as Bengals strong safetyChinedum Ndukwereturned a fumble 15 yards for a touchdown. New York would respond with QBBrett Favrecompleting a 2-yard TD pass to RBThomas Jones.In the second quarter, the Jets took the lead as kickerJay Feelygot a 38-yard field goal, while Jones got a 7-yard TD run. Cincinnati closed out the half with QBRyan Fitzpatrickgetting a 1-yard TD run.

In the third quarter, New York began to pull away as Feely nailed a 43-yard field goal. In the fourth quarter, the Jets closed the game out with Jones getting a 1-yard TD run (with a failed 2-point conversion).

With the win, New York improved to 3–2.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	CIN	13:36	TD	Chinedum Ndukwe,15 yd fumble	Dave Raynerkick	7	7–0
	NYJ	07:44	TD	Thomas Jones, 2 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	7–7
2	NYJ	10:56	FG	Jay Feely,38 yd field goal		3	7–10
	NYJ	07:57	TD	Thomas Jones,7 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	7–17
	CIN	00:08	TD	Ryan Fitzpatrick,1 yd run	Dave Raynerkick	7	14–17
3	NYJ	05:36	FG	Jay Feely,43 yd field goal		3	14–20
4	NYJ	09:28	TD	Thomas Jones,1 yd run		6	14–26

Week 7: at Oakland Raiders

Quarter	1	2	3	4	OT	Total
Jets	3	0	0	10	0	13
Raiders	3	0	7	3	3	16

atOakland–Alameda County Coliseum,Oakland, California

• Game time:4:15 PMEDT/1:15 PMPDT
• Game weather:59 °F or 15 °C (Partly cloudy)
• Game attendance:61,901
• Referee:Jerome Boger
• TV announcers (CBS):Dick Enberg,Randy Cross,andDan Fouts

Coming off their home win over the Bengals, the Jets flew toOakland–Alameda County Coliseumfor a Week 7 duel withthe Oakland Raiders,Brett Favre's first trip to the stadium since a 2003 Monday night game played in the aftermath of his father's death. In the first quarter, New York took flight as kickerJay Feelygot a 40-yard field goal. The Raiders responded with kickerSebastian Janikowskigetting a 29-yard field goal. After a scoreless second quarter, Oakland took the lead as QBJaMarcus Russellcompleted an 8-yard TD pass to WRJavon Walker.In the fourth quarter, the Jets answered with RBLeon Washingtongetting an 11-yard TD run. The Raiders regained their lead as Janikowski got a 37-yard field goal. Favre orchestrated a remarkablefinal drive, culminating in a Feely 52-yard field goal with just 3 seconds left that sent the game into overtime. The Jets nearly won in regulation, butJerricho Cotcherywas tripped up by the last Oakland defender, preventing what would have been a game-winning touchdown. Oakland prevailed in overtime, as Janikowski nailed the game-ending 57-yard field goal, which holds the NFL record for longest FG converted in Overtime.

With the loss, the Jets fell to 3–3.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	11:41	FG	Jay Feely,40 yd field goal		3	3–0
	OAK	01:49	FG	Sebastian Janikowski,29 yd field goal		3	3–3
2	No scoring plays
3	OAK	09:35	TD	Javon Walker,8 yd pass fromJaMarcus Russell	Sebastian Janikowskikick	7	3–10
4	NYJ	08:00	TD	Leon Washington,11 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	10–10
	OAK	02:56	FG	Sebastian Janikowski,37 yd field goal		3	10–13
	NYJ	00:03	FG	Jay Feely,52 yd field goal		3	13–13
OT	OAK	02:30	FG	Sebastian Janikowski,57 yd field goal		3	13–16

Week 8: vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Chiefs	0	14	3	7	24
Jets	7	7	7	7	28

atGiants Stadium,East Rutherford, New Jersey

• Game time:1:00 PMEDT
• Game weather:59 °F or 15 °C (Clear)
• Game attendance:78,037
• Referee:Pete Morelli
• TV announcers (CBS):Greg GumbelandDan Dierdorf

Hoping to rebound from their tough overtime road loss to the Raiders, the Jets went home for a Week 8 duel withthe Kansas City Chiefs.In the first quarter, New York took flight as QBBrett Favrecompleted an 18-yard TD pass to RBLeon Washington.In the second quarter, the Chiefs tied the game as QBTyler Thigpencompleted a 19-yard TD pass to TETony Gonzalez.The Jets would answer with Washington getting a 60-yard TD run. Kansas City closed out the half as Thigpen completed an 11-yard TD pass to WRMark Bradley.

In the third quarter, the Chiefs took the lead as kickerConnor Barthnailed a 30-yard field goal, yet New York replied with RBThomas Jonesgetting a 1-yard TD run. In the fourth quarter, Kansas City got the lead again as CBBrandon Flowersreturned an interception 91 yards for a touchdown. Fortunately, the Jets pulled out the win with Favre completing the game-winning 15-yard TD pass to WRLaveranues Coles.

With the win, New York improved to 4–3.

During halftime, the Jets celebrated the 40th anniversary of theirSuper Bowl IIIchampionship team.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	08:57	TD	Leon Washington,18 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	7–0
2	KC	13:58	TD	Tony Gonzalez,19 yd pass fromTyler Thigpen	Connor Barthkick	7	7–7
	NYJ	01:57	TD	Leon Washington,60 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	14–7
	KC	00:10	TD	Mark Bradley,11 yd pass fromTyler Thigpen	Connor Barthkick	7	14–14
3	KC	09:56	FG	Connor Barth,30 yd field goal		3	14–17
	NYJ	00:52	TD	Thomas Jones, 1 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	21–17
4	KC	09:29	TD	Brandon Flowers,91 yd interception return	Connor Barthkick	7	21–24
	NYJ	01:05	TD	Laveranues Coles,15 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	28–24

Week 9: at Buffalo Bills

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Jets	13	0	10	3	26
Bills	7	0	3	7	17

atRalph Wilson Stadium,Orchard Park, New York

• Game time:1:00 PMEST
• Game weather:49 °F or 9.4 °C (Sunny)
• Game attendance:71,827
• Referee:Ron Winter
• TV announcers (CBS):Jim NantzandPhil Simms

Coming off their home win over the Chiefs, the Jets flew toRalph Wilson Stadiumfor a Week 9 AFC East duel withthe Buffalo Bills.In the first quarter, New York took flight early as kickerJay Feelygetting a 37-yard field goal. The Bills answered with QBTrent Edwardscompleting a 9-yard TD pass to TEDerek Fine.Afterwards, the Jets regained the lead as Feely got a 26-yard field goal, along with safetyAbram Elamreturning an interception 92 yards for a touchdown. After a scoreless second quarter, New York kicked off the third quarter with Feely making a 20-yard field goal. Buffalo would respond with kickerRian Lindellgetting a 53-yard field goal, yet New York replied with RBThomas Jonesgetting a 7-yard TD run. In the fourth quarter, the Bills tried to rally as CBJabari Greerreturned QBBrett Favre's 300th career interception 42 yards for a touchdown. Favre subsequently led the Jets downfield on a seven-minute drive, resulting in a 31-yard field goal from Feely to put the game out of reach for Buffalo.

With the win, not only did New York improve to 5–3, but Favre also earned his first win at Ralph Wilson Stadium after going 0–3 in his previous three visits with Green Bay.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	13:17	FG	Jay Feely,37 yd field goal		3	3–0
	BUF	11:32	TD	Derek Fine,9 yd pass fromTrent Edwards	Rian Lindellkick	3	3–7
	NYJ	11:32	FG	Jay Feely,26 yd field goal		3	6–7
	NYJ	00:15	TD	Abram Elam,92 yd interception return	Jay Feelykick	7	13–7
2	No scoring plays
3	NYJ	08:57	FG	Jay Feely,20 yd field goal		3	16–7
	BUF	03:38	FG	Rian Lindell,53 yd field goal		3	16–10
	NYJ	01:12	TD	Thomas Jones, 7 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	23–10
4	BUF	11:05	TD	Jabari Greer,42 yd interception return	Rian Lindellkick	7	23–17
	NYJ	02:16	FG	Jay Feely,31 yd field goal		3	26–17

Week 10: vs. St. Louis Rams

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Rams	0	0	3	0	3
Jets	17	23	0	7	47

atGiants Stadium,East Rutherford, New Jersey

• Game time:1:00 PMEST
• Game weather:53 °F or 11.7 °C (Sunny)
• Game attendance:78,073
• Referee:Bill Carollo
• TV announcers (Fox):Kenny Albert,Daryl Johnston,andTony Siragusa

Coming off their road win over the Bills, the Jets went home for Week 10 interconference duel withthe St. Louis Rams.In the first quarter, New York took flight as RBThomas Jonesgot a 13-yard TD run, kickerJay Feelynailed a 22-yard field goal, and LBCalvin Pacereturning a fumble 50 yards for a touchdown. In the second quarter, the Jets continued their domination as Jones got a 2-yard TD run, Feely making a 49-yard and a 46-yard field goal, QBBrett Favrecompleting a 2-yard TD pass to TEDustin Keller,and Feely getting a 55-yard field goal. In the third quarter, the Rams would get only points of the game as kickerJosh Brownnailed a 37-yard field goal. In the fourth quarter, New York flew away as Jones got a 6-yard TD run.

With the huge win, the Jets improved to 6–3.

The +44 point differential marked the largest margin of victory in franchise history, and was the Jets’ first win over the Rams since 1983.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	10:35	TD	Thomas Jones, 13 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	7–0
	NYJ	06:59	FG	Jay Feely,22 yd field goal		3	10–0
	NYJ	04:59	TD	Calvin Pace,50 yd fumble	Jay Feelykick	7	17–0
2	NYJ	12:09	TD	Thomas Jones,2 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	24–0
	NYJ	06:58	FG	Jay Feely,49 yd field goal		3	27–0
	NYJ	04:00	FG	Jay Feely,46 yd field goal		3	30–0
	NYJ	00:35	TD	Dustin Keller,1 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	37–0
	NYJ	00:03	FG	Jay Feely,55 yd field goal		3	40–0
3	STL	09:56	FG	Josh Brown,37 yd field goal		3	40–3
4	NYJ	15:51	TD	Thomas Jones,6 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	47–3

• 
  Coin toss before the Rams-Jets game
• 
  Joe R. Campaand Brett Favre before the game
• 
  Favre passes against St. Louis
• 
  Handoff to Thomas Jones
• 
  Jay Feelykicks off

Week 11: at New England Patriots

Quarter	1	2	3	4	OT	Total
Jets	10	14	0	7	3	34
Patriots	3	10	8	10	0	31

atGillette Stadium,Foxborough, Massachusetts

• Game time:8:15 PMEST
• Game weather:44 °F or 6.7 °C (Cloudy)
• Game attendance:68,756
• Referee:Gene Steratore
• TV announcers (NFLN):Bob PapaandCris Collinsworth

Coming off their dominating home win over the Rams, the Jets flew toGillette Stadiumfor a Week 11 AFC East rematch withthe New England Patriotson Thursday Night Football. In the first quarter, New York took flight as QBBrett Favrecompleted a 7-yard TD pass to RBLeon Washington.The Patriots would respond with kickerStephen Gostkowskigetting a 42-yard field goal. The Jets would increase their lead as kickerJay Feelymade a 22-yard field goal. In the second quarter, New England would answer with Gostkowski making a 31-yard field goal, yet New York immediately replied as Washington returned the kickoff 92 yards for a touchdown. Later, the Jets added onto their lead as Favre completed a 15-yard TD pass to WRJerricho Cotcheryto give the Jets a commanding 24–6 lead. The Patriots would get back into the game by closing out the half with a QBMatt Cassel19-yard TD pass to WRJabar Gaffney.

In the third quarter, New England hacked away at New York's lead as Cassel completed a 10-yard TD pass to TEBenjamin Watson(along with a 2-point conversion pass to Gaffney) on the final play of the 3rd quarter. In the fourth quarter, the Patriots completely erased the Jets' 18-point lead with Gostkowski kicking a 47-yard field goal. New York would answer with RBThomas Jonesgetting a 1-yard TD run, but New England tied the game with Cassel completing a 16-yard TD pass to WRRandy Moss,who had beatenTy Lawas time expired. In overtime, the Jets took the kickoff and marched straight down the field to win on Feely's 34-yard field goal. The drive included some clutch throws by Favre, particularly a connection with Dustin Keller on 3rd-and-17 from deep in the Jets' zone. It was Favre's 42nd game-winning drive in the fourth quarter or overtime in his career.Washington was selected as AFC special teams player of the week for the first time in his career. His 92-yard touchdown was the fourth kick return TD of his career, surpassing Justin Miller for the club record.

With the win, New York improved to 7–3.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	09:32	TD	Leon Washington,7 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	7–0
	NE	04:31	FG	Stephen Gostkowski,42 yd field goal		3	7–3
	NYJ	00:10	FG	Jay Feely,22 yd field goal		3	10–3
2	NE	09:48	FG	Stephen Gostkowski,31 yd field goal		3	10–6
	NYJ	09:44	TD	Leon Washington,92 yd kick return	Jay Feelykick	7	17–6
	NYJ	05:06	TD	Jerricho Cotchery,15 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	24–6
	NE	00:20	TD	Jabar Gaffney,19 yd pass fromMatt Cassel	Stephen Gostkowskikick	7	24–13
3	NE	00:02	TD	Benjamin Watson,10 yd pass fromMatt Cassel	Jabar Gaffneypass fromMatt Cassel	8	24–21
4	NE	10:22	FG	Stephen Gostkowski,47 yd field goal		3	24–24
	NYJ	03:14	TD	Thomas Jones, 1 yd run	Jay Feely,kick	3	31–24
	NE	00:08	TD	Randy Moss,16 yd pass fromMatt Cassel	Stephen Gostkowskikick	7	31–31
OT	NYJ	07:15	FG	Jay Feely,34 yd field goal		3	34–31

Week 12: at Tennessee Titans

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Jets	7	3	10	14	34
Titans	0	3	0	10	13

atLP Field,Nashville, Tennessee

• Game time:1:00 PMEST
• Game weather:52 °F or 11.1 °C (Sunny)
• Game attendance:69,143
• Referee:Carl Cheffers
• TV announcers (CBS):Jim NantzandPhil Simms

Coming off their impressive Thursday night road win over the Patriots, the Jets flew toLP Fieldfor a Week 12 duel with the undefeatedTennessee Titans.In the first quarter, New York took flight early as QBBrett Favrecompleted a 10-yard TD pass to RBThomas Jones.In the second quarter, the Jets continued their scoring as kickerJay Feelygot a 20-yard field goal. The Titans closed out the half with kickerRob Bironasgetting a 43-yard field goal.

In the third quarter, New York went back to work as Feely made a 30-yard field goal, while Favre completed a 2-yard TD pass to WRLaveranues Coles.In the fourth quarter, Tennessee tried to rally as Bironas nailed a 49-yard field goal, yet the Jets replied with RBLeon Washington's 61-yard TD run. The Titans tried to keep their perfect season alive as QBKerry Collinscompleted a 6-yard TD pass to FBAhmard Hall.Afterwards, New York flew away as Washington got another 4-yard TD run.

With the win, the Jets improved to 8–3. Favre also broke a tie withDan Marinofor victories in the most NFL stadiums by winning in his 32nd at LP Field.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	09:01	TD	Thomas Jones,10 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	7–0
2	NYJ	04:04	FG	Jay Feely,20 yd field goal		3	10–0
	TEN	00:56	FG	Rob Bironas,43 yd field goal		3	10–3
3	NYJ	08:11	FG	Jay Feely,30 yd field goal		3	13–3
	NYJ	03:08	TD	Laveranues Coles,2 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	20–3
4	TEN	12:55	FG	Rob Bironas,49 yd field goal		3	20–6
	NYJ	11:18	TD	Leon Washington,61 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	27–6
	TEN	09:48	TD	Ahmard Hall,6 yd pass fromKerry Collins	Rob Bironaskick	7	27–13
	NYJ	02:14	TD	Leon Washington,4 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	34–13

Week 13: vs. Denver Broncos

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Broncos	17	10	0	7	34
Jets	7	7	3	0	17

atThe Meadowlands,East Rutherford, New Jersey

• Game time:4:15 PMEST
• Game weather:36 °F or 2.2 °C (Wintry Mix)
• Game attendance:78,809
• Referee:Walt Coleman
• TV announcers (CBS):Kevin HarlanandRich Gannon

Coming off their road win over the Titans, the Jets went home for a Week 13 duel withthe Denver Broncos.The game would be moved from a 1:00 PM start time to a later time due to a more national interest in the Jets hence their 8–3 record. In the first quarter, New York trailed early as Broncos safetyVernon Foxreturning a fumble 23 yards for a touchdown. The Jets would respond with RBThomas Jonesgetting a 59-yard TD run, but Denver answered with QBJay Cutlercompleting a 59-yard TD pass to WREddie Royal,along with kickerMatt Pratermaking a 25-yard field goal. In the second quarter, New York drew close as Jones got a 29-yard TD run, yet the Broncos replied with RBPeyton Hillisgetting a 1-yard TD run, along with Prater getting a 35-yard field goal.

In the third quarter, the Jets tried to rally as kickerJay Feelynailed a 30-yard field goal. However, in the fourth quarter, Denver pulled away as Cutler completed a 36-yard TD pass to WRBrandon Stokley.

With the loss, New York fell to 8–4.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	DEN	09:31	TD	Vernon Fox,23 yd fumble	Matt Praterkick	7	7–0
	NYJ	08:32	TD	Thomas Jones,59 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	7–7
	DEN	06:55	TD	Eddie Royal,59 yd pass fromJay Cutler	Matt Praterkick	7	14–7
	DEN	01:48	FG	Matt Prater,25 yd field goal		3	17–7
2	NYJ	12:56	TD	Thomas Jones,29 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	17–14
	DEN	04:38	TD	Peyton Hillis,1 yd run	Matt Praterkick	7	24–14
	DEN	00:08	FG	Matt Prater,35 yd field goal		3	27–14
3	NYJ	02:55	FG	Jay Feely,30 yd field goal		3	27–17
4	DEN	09:37	TD	Brandon Stokley,36 yd pass fromJay Cutler	Matt Praterkick	7	34–17

Week 14: at San Francisco 49ers

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Jets	0	7	7	0	14
49ers	7	7	0	10	24

atCandlestick Park,San Francisco, California

• Game time:4:05 PMEST
• Game weather:52 °F or 11.1 °C (Cloudy)
• Game attendance:67,782
• Referee:Ed Hochuli
• TV announcers (CBS):Jim NantzandPhil Simms

Hoping to rebound from their home loss to the Broncos, the Jets flew toCandlestick Parkfor a Week 14 interconference battle withthe San Francisco 49ers.Late in the first quarter, New York trailed early as 49ers offensive tackleJoe StaleyrecoveredJason Hill's fumble in the endzone for a touchdown. The Jets responded in the second quarter with quarterbackBrett Favregetting a 2-yard touchdown run, yet San Francisco would answer with quarterbackShaun Hillcompleting a 4-yard touchdown pass to running backFrank Gore.

In the third quarter, New York tied the game with running backThomas Jones’ 17-yard touchdown run. However, the 49ers pulled away in the fourth quarter as kickerJoe Nedneynailed a 32-yard field goal, along with Hill completing a 3-yard touchdown pass to wide receiverBryant Johnson.

With the loss, the Jets fell to 8–5.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	SF	02:26	TD	Joe Staley,recovered fumble in endzone	Joe Nedneykick	7	7–0
2	NYJ	07:25	TD	Brett Favre,2 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	7–7
	SF	00:50	TD	Frank Gore,4 yd pass fromShaun Hill	Joe Nedneykick	7	14–7
3	NYJ	05:29	TD	Thomas Jones,17 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	14–14
4	SF	14:47	FG	Joe Nedney,32 yd field goal		3	17–14
	SF	06:12	TD	Bryant Johnson,3 yd pass fromShaun Hill	Joe Nedneykick	7	24–14

Week 15: vs. Buffalo Bills

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Bills	3	14	3	7	27
Jets	14	7	0	10	31

atThe Meadowlands,East Rutherford, New Jersey

• Game time:1:00 PMEST
• Game weather:40 °F or 4.4 °C (Overcast)
• Game attendance:78,548
• Referee:Jeff Triplette
• TV announcers (CBS):Greg Gumbel&Dan Dierdorf

Hoping to snap a two-game losing streak, the Jets went home for a Week 15 AFC East rematch withthe Buffalo Bills.Early in the first quarter, New York soared off to an early lead as running backThomas Jonesgot a 2-yard touchdown run. The Bills would answer with a 34-yard field goal from kickerRian Lindell,yet the Jets answered with quarterbackBrett Favrecompleting an 11-yard touchdown pass to wide receiverJerricho Cotchery.Buffalo would take the lead in the second quarter as quarterbackJ. P. Losmangot an 8-yard touchdown run and completed a 2-yard touchdown pass to wide receiverStevie Johnson,but New York would get the halftime lead as running backLeon Washingtongot a 47-yard touchdown run.

In the third quarter, the Bills got within one as Lindell got a 48-yard field goal. In the fourth quarter, the Jets added onto their lead as kickerJay Feelynailed a 31-yard field goal. Buffalo got the lead again as running backFred Jacksondragged defenders for an 11-yard touchdown run. After a Jets punt, Buffalo took over with just over two minutes remaining. Rather than try to run out the clock and burn the Jets' timeouts, Losman dropped back for a pass on third down. Under pressure from safetyAbram Elam,Losman let go of the ball, allowing defensive endShaun Ellisto return that fumble 11 yards for the game-winning touchdown.

With the win, the Jets improved to 9–5, needing wins in their last two games to clinch the AFC East.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	11:55	TD	Thomas Jones,2 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	7–0
	BUF	07:48	FG	Rian Lindell,34 yd field goal		3	7–3
	NYJ	03:50	TD	Jerricho Cotchery,11 yd pass fromBrett Favre	Jay Feelykick	7	14–3
2	BUF	06:52	TD	J. P. Losman,8 yd run	Rian Lindellkick	7	14–10
	BUF	02:10	TD	Stevie Johnson,2 yd pass fromJ. P. Losman	Rian Lindellkick	7	14–17
	NYJ	01:05	TD	Leon Washington,47 yd run	Jay Feelykick	7	21–17
3	BUF	03:42	FG	Rian Lindell,48 yd field goal		3	21–20
4	NYJ	13:21	FG	Jay Feely,31 yd field goal		3	24–20
	BUF	05:39	FG	Fred Jackson,11 yd run	Rian Lindellkick	7	24–27
	NYJ	02:06	TD	Shaun Ellis,11 yd fumble	Jay Feelykick	7	31–27

Week 16: at Seattle Seahawks

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Jets	3	0	0	0	3
Seahawks	0	7	3	3	13

atQwest Field,Seattle,Washington

• Game time:4:05 PMEST
• Game weather:31 °F or −0.6 °C (Snow)
• Game attendance:68,161
• Referee:Tony Corrente
• TV announcers (CBS):Gus JohnsonandSteve Tasker

The Jets and Seahawks at a snow-covered Qwest Field, week 16

Game summary

For the fourth time in as many trips to the western United States, the Jets lost to the woeful Seahawks inMike Holmgren's final home game as that team's head coach. The loss dropped the Jets to 9–6 and out of first place in the AFC East.Jay Feelyput the Jets on the board with a field goal eight minutes into the game and the lead held for most of the remainder of the first half. Seattle scored with thirty one seconds remaining in the half on aSeneca Wallacetouchdown pass.Olindo Marekicked two field goals in the second half, including one with 1:47 remaining to clinch victory for Seattle.Brett Favrewas held without a touchdown pass for the Jets and threw two interceptions, andThomas Joneswas held to 67 yards. For the SeahawksMaurice Morrisrushed for 116 yards on 29 carries and Wallace finished with 175 yards passing and his second-quarter touchdown.

With the loss, New York fell to 9–6.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	NYJ	08:11	FG	Jay Feely,20 yd field goal		3	3–0
2	SEA	00:36	TD	John Carlson,2 yd pass fromSeneca Wallace	Olindo Marekick	7	3–7
3	SEA	02:46	FG	Olindo Mare,31 yd field goal		3	3–10
4	SEA	01:52	FG	Olindo Mare,38 yd field goal		3	3–13

Week 17: vs. Miami Dolphins

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Total
Dolphins	0	14	7	3	24
Jets	0	9	8	0	17

atThe Meadowlands,East Rutherford, New Jersey

• Game time:4:15 PMEST
• Game weather:65 °F or 18.3 °C (Cloudy)
• Game attendance:79,454
• Referee:Bill Leavy
• TV announcers (CBS):Jim NantzandPhil Simms

Although the Jets would achieve a winning season, it would not be enough because the Patriots and Dolphins would both finish the season at 11–5. Therefore, the team with the better record against the division and conference would make the playoffs. Being that the Miami Dolphins were the most improved team from last year being 1–15 in 2007 to 11–5 in 2008, the game would be moved to a later start time to allow a more national audience to view the game. The Jets went home for a Week 17 AFC East rematch withthe Miami Dolphins.After a scoreless first quarter, New York took flight in the second quarter as quarterbackBrett Favrecompleted a 13-yard touchdown pass to wide receiverLaveranues Coles(with a failed PAT). The Dolphins would strike back with former Jets quarterbackChad Penningtoncompleting a 27-yard touchdown pass to wide receiverTed Ginn Jr.,along with rookie defensive endPhillip Merlingreturning an interception 25 yards for a touchdown. New York would close out the half as kickerJay Feelygot a 28-yard field goal.

In the third quarter, the Jets regained the lead as running backLeon Washingtongot a 10-yard touchdown run (followed by Favre's 2-point conversion pass to wide receiverJerricho Cotchery). However, Miami replied with Pennington's 20-yard touchdown pass to tight endAnthony Fasano.In the fourth quarter, the Dolphins would pull away as kickerDan Carpenternailed a 48-yard field goal. New York tried to get a comeback, but Miami's defense stopped any attempt.

With the loss, the Jets' season ended at 9–7. As a result, head coachEric Manginiwould eventually be fired.

Scoring summary

Scoring summary
Q	Team	Time	Scoring play		Extra point	Score
1	No scoring plays
2	NYJ	06:55	TD	Laveranues Coles,13 yd pass fromBrett Favre		6	6–0
	MIA	02:25	TD	Ted Ginn Jr.,27 yd pass fromChad Pennington	Dan Carpenterkick	7	6–7
	MIA	02:12	TD	Phillip Merling,25 yd interception return	Dan Carpenterkick	7	6–14
	NYJ	00:04	FG	Jay Feely,28 yd field goal		3	9–14
3	NYJ	10:35	TD	Leon Washington,10 yd run	Jerricho Cotcherypass fromBrett Favre	8	17–14
	MIA	07:16	TD	Anthony Fasano,20 yd pass fromChad Pennington	Dan Carpenterkick	7	17–21
4	MIA	09:25	FG	Dan Carpenter,48 yd field goal		3	17–24