NFL Week 3: 5 best games on Sunday

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3. New York Jets at Kansas City Chiefs

This might be the most evenly-matched game of the week. New York and Kansas City are both 1-1, and bring nasty defenses and talented offenses into Arrowhead Stadium. The Jets have had some extra time to prepare for this week, having played on Thursday night against the Buffalo Bills, perhaps giving them a slight advantage.

The key for Kansas City is finally getting the offense on track. Through two games, Alex Smith and Co. have only looked good for two quarters (and an overtime drive) against the San Diego Chargers. Last week, the offense could only manager four field goals in a penalty and turnover-filled affair with the Houston Texans.

The main source of yardage has been Spencer Ware. Ware is averaging 6.0 yards per carry and has 177 receiving yards, which is more than Antonio Brown to this point. New York has been stingy against the run, tied for 11th in the NFL (ironically, with Kansas City) at 3.8 yards per carry allowed.

On the other side, the Jets will want to throw early and often. Ryan Fitzpatrick has a trio of receivers in Eric Decker, Brandon Marshall and Quincy Enunwa, albeit with Marshall being a game-time decision with a sprained MCL. New York could find success against the Chiefs through the air, with Justin Houston out.

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