East Rutherford, N.J. – The New York Jets ended a three‑game losing streak on Sunday, pulling off a 17‑12 victory over the Cleveland Browns despite relentless rain at MetLife Stadium.
Key plays lift Jets
Rookie running back Braelon Allen broke a 12‑10 tie late in the fourth quarter, rushing 22 yards for the go‑ahead touchdown after the Jets recovered a fumbled punt snap. The play gave New York a 17‑12 lead with just over three minutes remaining.
Quarterback Geno Smith threw a 10‑yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Garrett Wilson on the opening drive, helping the Jets snap the Browns’ three‑game winning streak. Smith finished 17‑of‑30 for 182 yards and a touchdown.
Defensive heroics
New York’s defense dominated, recording eight sacks on Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. Rookie defensive end David Bailey contributed three of those sacks. Late in the game, defensive tackle Will McDonald strip‑sacked Watson on fourth down and recovered the fumble, sealing the win.
Both teams battled through the rain, which also affected special teams. A high snap from punter Corey Bojorquez bounced behind him, and Jets special‑teams player Trevin Wallace recovered the ball, setting up the decisive drive.
Injuries and other notes
The Browns lost rookie KC Concepcion after a helmet‑to‑helmet collision left him briefly unconscious; he was ruled out for the remainder of the game. Cleveland also saw injuries to running back Raheim Sanders (hip) and tackle Tytus Howard (knee). The Jets lost Kenyon Sadiq to a concussion after a fumble.
With the win, the Jets improve to 2‑3 on the season, while the Browns fall to 3‑2.
Original reporting: Brookhaven News – ABC7 New York — read the source article.
