The matchup between the New England Patriots’ tight ends and the New York Jets‘ defense will be one of the most important factors in the divisional rivals’ Week 2 matchup – but it’s not as one-sided of a matchup as you might think.
New England formed an intimidating duo of tight ends in free agency with their signings of Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith. Henry and Smith had a solid 2021 debut in the passing game as they caught all eight of their combined targets for 73 yards and four first downs. They will certainly be a matchup problem through the air for the Jets’ paper-thin linebacker and safety groups.