Patriots beat Jets to take first place in the AFC East

Jets vs. Patriots, Week 7: Pats OT win 'wasn't pretty'

The New England Patriots looked destined to lose after blowing another double-digit lead in the fourth quarter and falling behind by a field goal with under two minutes to go, but Stephen Gostkowski nailed a pair of field goals to give his team the 29-26 win.

The Pats had struggled to win close games on the season - Bill Belichick's squad had lost three games, none by more than a field goal - but eked out a win to put them on top of the AFC East at 4-3. They looked ready to do that again Sunday, but as Patriots blogger Greg Knopping writes in his postgame recap at Pats Pulpit, the team turned the tables and got the win.

It was all too familiar and a theme of the season. There was a collective sinking feeling across Patriot nation as Devin McCourty fumbled a kick-off with the score tied and just over two minutes left in the game.

But from that point on, the Patriots finally played like the Patriots we're used to seeing in the fourth quarter of games

Of course, there was a lot to be disappointed with for Patriots fans, who were concerned that their team again allowed their opponent back into the game in the first place.

The Patriots weren't sharp in any phase today, they surrendered another late lead, didn't look as emotionally invested as the Jets - yet came through with the clutch win that they needed.

Tom Brady and the Pats offense didn't have their best day - only 14 points came off of offensive touchdowns, on a pair of passes to Rob Gronkowski - but McCourty ran back a kickoff for a touchdown, the team forced a safety, and Gostkowski nailed his two field goal attempts.

Mark Sanchez shines in rare big fantasy performance vs. Patriots

Mark Sanchez went 28-for-41 passing for 328 yards, one touchdown and one interception during the Jets' failed comeback bid against the Patriots on Sunday. We break down the fantasy implications.

Dustin Keller looks healthy in breakout fantasy performance vs. Patriots

Dustin Keller had seven receptions for 93 yards and a touchdown during the Jets' overtime loss to the Patriots on Sunday. We break down the fantasy implications.

Jim Nantz confused by Jets-Patriots ending (AUDIO)

New York fans that were upset to see Mark Sanchez fumble away their chances against New England got a pleasant surprise from a notable CBS announcer.

Mark Sanchez fumble seals Patriots victory over Jets

An overtime fumble by QB Mark Sanchez ensured the New England Patriots would finish with the home victory.

Jets vs. Patriots final score: New England wins in OT, 29-26

The New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets, 29-26, at Gillette Stadium on Sunday in an AFC East contest.

Patriots vs Jets: Devin McCourty critical fumble on kickoff opens door for New York

After his first career kickoff return for a touchdown, McCourty re-balances the universe with critical mistake.

Shonn Greene injury: Jets running back headed to locker room after big hit

Brandon Spikes laid the wood on Shonn Greene, who is off to the locker room with what appears to be a head or neck injury.

Rob Gronkowski stats: two touchdowns, many happy fantasy owners

Gronk is lighting up the Jets for two scores through 2 1/2 quarters.

Jets vs Patriots: Mark Sanchez interception is an arm-punt of beauty

Tim Tebow might be a "dual-threat" quarterback but Sanchez shows that he's multi-talented too.

Mark Sanchez is probably better at soccer than football

Mark Sanchez and Shonn Greene botched a handoff, and, not wanting to risk a touchdown, Sanchez made a quick decision. It was hilarious.

Patriots vs Jets: Rob Gronkowski gives New England lead with spectacular catch

If you've lived under a rock for the last couple of years, here is an update of what's been going on: Rob Gronkowski is good.

Patriots vs Jets: Devin McCourty kickoff return for touchdown ties score early

In a classic case of 'Tortoise v. Hair', the Patriots show the Jets a contrast of scoring styles.

NFL inactive list, Week 7: Jets vs. Patriots

The Jets will have Nick Mangold on Sunday, while the Patriots will be without Logan Mankins.

Jets vs. Patriots: Game time, TV schedule, odds and more

Tom Brady and Mark Sanchez will meet for the first time in 2012 at Gillette Stadium on Sunday.