New England Patriots defeat New York Jets 26-19: Recap, Betting Results & AiQ Picks
Sun, Oct 18, 2026 · NFL · New York Jets 19, New England Patriots 26
The New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets 26–19 on Sunday at Gillette Stadium. The Jets covered the +7.5 spread despite the loss, while the game finished at 45 points, clearing the 43-point total by two.
New York Jets vs. New England Patriots final score and game recap
The Jets responded in the third quarter with 10 points to cut the deficit to 17–13, but the Patriots' nine-point fourth quarter sealed a 26–19 victory.
Geno Smith completed 20 of 30 passes for 252 yards, one touchdown and one interception for New York. Omar Cooper Jr. caught six passes for 103 yards and a receiving touchdown. Drake Maye went 18 of 32 for 235 yards and three touchdowns without a turnover for New England, while DeMario Douglas added seven receptions for 86 yards and a touchdown.
Who covered the spread in New York Jets vs. New England Patriots?
The New York Jets covered the +7.5 spread. New England won by seven points, leaving the underdog Jets as the against-the-spread winner despite the loss. The spread held steady at New England Patriots -7.5 from open to close.
Did New York Jets vs. New England Patriots go over or under the total?
The game went over the 43-point total, finishing at 45 points. The total opened at 43.5 and closed at 43, moving down 0.5 points.
How did AiQ's New York Jets vs. New England Patriots predictions do?
AiQ posted a 36–35 record across every graded pick.
- Moneyline: AiQ picked New England Patriots at -345; result WIN (+$28.99 on a $100 bet).
- Player props: 35–35 record.
New York Jets vs. New England Patriots player prop results
AiQ finished 35–35 on player props.
- Kenyon Sadiq over 20.5 receiving yards at -112; actual 12 — LOSS
- Eli Raridon over 1.5 receptions at +102; actual 1 — LOSS
- Rhamondre Stevenson anytime touchdown at -110; actual 0 — LOSS
- Braelon Allen under 2.5 receptions at -109; actual 2 — WIN
- Rhamondre Stevenson under 80.5 rush reception yards at -115; actual 36 — WIN
- Romeo Doubs over 27.5 receiving yards at -113; actual 42 — WIN
- David Bailey over 0.75 sacks at -119; actual 0 — LOSS
- Geno Smith under 221.5 passing yards at -112; actual 251 — LOSS
- Hunter Henry over 2.5 receptions at -127; actual 4 — WIN
- Geno Smith under 8.5 rushing yards at -115; actual -1 — WIN
- Drake Maye over 238.5 passing yards at -111; actual 235 — LOSS
- DeMario Douglas over 20.5 receiving yards at -108; actual 86 — WIN
New York Jets vs. New England Patriots game prop results: first quarter, first half and team totals
- First-quarter total 7.5: Over (paid -105); 10 points scored.
- First-quarter moneyline: New England Patriots won the quarter (paid -225).
- First-half moneyline: New England Patriots won the first half (paid -238).
- First-half total 21.5: Under (paid -115); 20 points scored.
- First-half spread: New England Patriots -3.5 covered (paid -125).
- New England Patriots team total 25.5: Over (paid -118); they scored 26.
- New York Jets team total 16.5: Over (paid -130); they scored 19.
New York Jets vs. New England Patriots odds: sportsbook value and line movement
The moneyline closed at New England Patriots -345 and New York Jets +275, implying a 74% win probability for the Patriots and 26% for the Jets after vigorish removal. The bookmaker's vig was 4.2%. The Patriots covered the moneyline, paying $28.99 on a $100 wager. AiQ's moneyline expected value calculation placed the Patriots at -340 with a -1.2% expected value.
New York Jets and New England Patriots betting trends: 2026 season
The Jets sit at 2–4 overall, 1–1 at home and 1–3 away. They are 4–1–1 against the spread in six games with a 2–4 over/under record. Their last five results are L, W, L, L, L.
The Patriots are 4–2 overall, unbeaten at home (3–0) and 1–2 away. Their against-the-spread record is 3–2–1 in six games, and they are even on the over/under at 3–3. Their last five results are W, W, W, L, W, and they are on a three-game winning streak.
What's next for New York Jets and New England Patriots?
The Jets host the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, October 25. The Patriots travel to Chicago to face the Bears on Thursday, October 22.