The Green & White were unable to overcome a slow start and a late Broncos field goal, falling to Denver, 10-9, at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.
The New York Jets' offense struggled to find its rhythm throughout the game, as they managed just 271 total yards and failed to score a touchdown. Quarterback Zach Wilson completed 19 of 30 passes for 192 yards, but he was sacked three times and threw an interception.
The Jets' defense played well, holding the Broncos to just 298 total yards and forcing two turnovers. However, they were unable to generate enough pressure on Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, who completed 19 of 28 passes for 235 yards and a touchdown.
Jets Fall to Broncos, 10-9
The Broncos took an early lead on a 32-yard field goal by Brandon McManus in the first quarter. The Jets responded with a 47-yard field goal by Greg Zuerlein in the second quarter, but the Broncos regained the lead on a 2-yard touchdown run by Javonte Williams later in the quarter.
The Jets tied the game with a 31-yard field goal by Zuerlein in the third quarter, but the Broncos took the lead for good on a 52-yard field goal by McManus in the fourth quarter.
The Jets had a chance to tie the game in the final seconds, but Zuerlein's 56-yard field goal attempt was wide left.
The loss drops the Jets to 1-2 on the season, while the Broncos improve to 2-1.
* The Jets have now lost nine consecutive regular season games.
* The Jets have not scored a touchdown in their last two games.
* The Jets defense has allowed just one touchdown in their last three games.
* The Broncos have won their last two games against the Jets.
* The Jets will host the Tennessee Titans in Week 4.
