In a thrilling finish, the New England Patriots squeezed past the New York Jets with a 25-22 victory at Gillette Stadium. The turning point came with just 22 seconds left on the clock. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson (who had been subbed in for the injured Drake Maye) managed a one-yard touchdown, sealing the deal after a 70-yard, 12-play drive. This dramatic score came after quarterback Jacoby Brissett made crucial hits, including a 34-yard pass to Kayshon Boutte. Earlier in the game, Brissett's offensive line had struggled but picked it up when it mattered most.

The Jets were no pushovers. They had taken a 22-17 lead on a Braelon Allen touchdown before the two-minute warning. However, their defense couldn’t hold back the Patriots in the final minutes. Even a possible game-changing pass from Aaron Rodgers to Garrett Wilson was deemed incomplete, putting a damper on the Jets' hopes.

The Jets' loss extends their losing streak to five games, with their last win dating back to Week Three. This poor run includes missed kicks by Greg Zuerlein, who's now missed seven attempts this season. Despite standout plays from Wilson and others, these misses have been costly.

For the Patriots, the win is a much-needed boost, as their season had been marked by struggles. They now look ahead to a winnable game in Tennessee. For the beleaguered Jets, the task gets tougher as they host the Texans.

Patriots Snatch Last-Minute Win with Stevenson's Touchdown

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