Garrett Wilson Quiet as Jets Fall Short Against Patriots

Quiet day for star receiver

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson held back his anger after a 26-19 loss to the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. He was targeted six times and caught four passes for 44 yards.

Wilson grumbled aloud while walking to the locker room after the game. He later told reporters that he was frustrated because the team lost and he wants to help.

The offense managed to get the ball to Wilson only once inside New England territory. That play was a 12 yard catch in the fourth quarter. Defender Christian Gonzalez covered Wilson on 17 of his 30 pass routes.

Drives stall despite big plays

The Jets fall to 2-4 on the season. The offense, led by Frank Reich, is averaging 18.7 points per game. They have scored four touchdowns across their last three games.

New York spent half the game in New England territory but struggled when it mattered most. The team converted 3 of 10 third downs, failed on both fourth down attempts, and went 0 for 3 in the red zone. Takeaways by the defense gave the offense two short fields, but those turned into only six points.

Geno Smith threw a 48 yard touchdown pass to rookie Omar Cooper Jr. in the third quarter. Cooper finished with six catches for 103 yards. Braelon Allen ran for 78 yards on 17 carries while filling in for the injured Breece Hall.

Smith threw his first interception of the season in the fourth quarter. Wide receiver Tim Patrick said the team must learn to finish drives. Coach Aaron Glenn said the staff maintains full confidence in Wilson.

What it means for the next game

Miami Dolphins at New York Jets (NFL, Sun, 25 Oct): New York Jets win 60%, Miami Dolphins win 40%; projected score New York Jets 21, Miami Dolphins 17. Our safest pick: Dolphins +11.5.