EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New York Jets saved their season, and all they needed was a shave, a refresher course in algebra and a visit by the Miami Dolphins.
Employing a back-to-basics approach on offense, Ryan Fitzpatrick -- sans scruffy beard -- threw for 277 yards and a season-high four touchdown passes, lifting the Jets to a 38-20 victory Sunday at MetLife Stadium. They came to life after a 1-4 funk, playing their best game since mid-October. It was a must-win for the Jets (6-5), who began the day on the verge of falling out of the Wild-Card chase.