The New York Jets and New England Patriots have been AFC East rivals since the AFL launched in 1960, a series that runs from Joe Namath through the Bill Belichick dynasty. New England holds a large all-time lead and has dominated the recent series, but the Jets own one of the most memorable playoff upsets in league history. Here is the full head-to-head record, the last 10 meetings, the 2026 schedule, and every postseason meeting.
Series at a Glance

- All-time series (regular season): New England leads 75-55-1
- All-time series (including playoffs): New England leads 77-56-1
- Postseason: New England leads 2-1
- Current streak: New England has won 3 straight, most recently 42-10 on Dec 28, 2025
- First meeting: 1960 (AFL era)
Last 10 Meetings
New England has controlled the recent series, with the Jets winning just 2 of the last 10.
| Date | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 28, 2025 | Patriots 42 at Jets 10 | Patriots |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Jets 14 at Patriots 27 | Patriots |
| Oct 27, 2024 | Jets 22 at Patriots 25 | Patriots |
| Sep 19, 2024 | Patriots 3 at Jets 24 | Jets |
| Jan 7, 2024 | Jets 17 at Patriots 3 | Jets |
| Sep 24, 2023 | Patriots 15 at Jets 10 | Patriots |
| Nov 20, 2022 | Jets 3 at Patriots 10 | Patriots |
| Oct 30, 2022 | Patriots 22 at Jets 17 | Patriots |
| Oct 24, 2021 | Jets 13 at Patriots 54 | Patriots |
| Sep 19, 2021 | Patriots 25 at Jets 6 | Patriots |
2026 Matchups
The Jets and Patriots meet twice again in 2026 within the AFC East.
- Week 6: Sunday, Oct 18, 2026 – Jets at Patriots
- Week 16: Sunday, Dec 27, 2026 – Patriots at Jets
Postseason History
New York and New England have met three times in the playoffs, with the Patriots leading 2-1.
- Dec 28, 1985 – 1985 AFC Wild Card: Patriots 26, Jets 14
- Jan 7, 2007 – 2006 AFC Wild Card: Patriots 37, Jets 16
- Jan 16, 2011 – 2010 AFC Divisional: Jets 28, Patriots 21
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the all-time series between the Jets and Patriots?
New England leads the regular-season series 75-55-1 and the postseason 2-1, so including playoffs the Patriots lead 77-56-1.
When do the Jets and Patriots play in 2026?
Twice – Week 6 on Sunday, Oct 18, 2026 in New England, and Week 16 on Sunday, Dec 27, 2026 in New York.
Have the Jets and Patriots ever met in the playoffs?
Three times. New England won the 1985 and 2006 Wild Card games; the Jets won the 2010 AFC Divisional 28-21 at Foxborough.