Jets at Patriots: Preview, prediction, odds and pick

We’re getting ready to see a key contest between the New York Jets at New England Patriots. Which team prevails in this regular-season finale for the teams?

The defending Super Bowl champions appear primed for another title run. At 12-3, the New England Patriots are one win away from securing home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs. Standing in their way are the feisty New York Jets. Todd Bowles’ club has dropped three straight games and eight of their last 10 contests following a 3-2 start.

The Pats made news this week with the signing of outside linebacker James Harrison, who was cut loose by the Pittsburgh Steelers last week. Bill Belichick’s team needs a victory over the Jets or a Steelers’ loss to the Cleveland Browns to lock up the No. 1 playoff seed in the conference. So what can we expect from these teams on Sunday at Foxborough?

Odds

Line: Patriots (-15.5)

Over/Under: 45

When these teams met back in October, the Patriots rallied for a 24-17 win. In this instance, the Jets are more than a two-touchdown underdog in Foxborough (courtesy of OddsShark) The over/under stands at 45 and that’s a number that the Patriots are capable reaching all by their lonesome.

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Although they are in the midst of a three-game losing streak, the spunky New York Jets have exceeded expectations this season despite winning the same amount of games that they did a year ago. The loss to quarterback Josh McCown has been felt as of late and the New York defense isn’t capable of picking of the slack. On the other hand, the New England Patriots have plenty to play for as they look to wrap up home-field advantage in the AFC. As usual, they will find a way to get the job done.

Pick: Patriots 26, Jets 16