Game story
In Week 2 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-09-11, the New York Jets took care of business against the New England Patriots, pulling away with a 20–19 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 20 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. Bledsoe (New England Patriots) paced the passing game, with +6.20 total EPA.
On the individual side, W. Chrebet (New York Jets) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.51 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.2% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when New York Jets changed the game: A.Vinatieri kicks 67 yards from NE 30 to NYJ 3. D.Dunn to NYJ 17 for 14 yards (K.Serwanga).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots | 3 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| New York Jets | 7 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 W. Chrebet · New York Jets · Receiving · +6.51 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.93 EPA/play
- 2 D. Bledsoe · New England Patriots · Passing · +6.20 total EPA · 52 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 3 T. Glenn · New England Patriots · Receiving · +5.11 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
- 4 V. Testaverde · New York Jets · Passing · +5.10 total EPA · 40 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 5 R. Anderson · New York Jets · Receiving · +4.53 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 6 D. Ward · New York Jets · Receiving · +4.45 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.56 EPA/play
- 7 T. Brown · New England Patriots · Receiving · +3.22 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.80 EPA/play
- 8 C. Floyd · New England Patriots · Receiving · +2.62 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.62 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
W. Chrebet — NYJ · Receiving
W. Chrebet posted the highest total EPA (+6.51) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on New York Jets's efficiency. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +0.93 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.10 EPA) came from New York Jets: (12:23) Play action fake. V.Testaverde pass intended for C.Martin INTERCEPTED by A.Langham at NYJ 38. A.Langham pushed ob at NYJ 14 for 24 yards (K.Jenkins).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Jets — unlisted player
- New England Patriots — unlisted player
- New York Jets — unlisted player
- New York Jets — unlisted player
Field goals
- New England Patriots — unlisted player
- New England Patriots — unlisted player
- New England Patriots — unlisted player
- New England Patriots — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New York Jets won the period 7–3. New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the NYJ 14 (Q1 54:54) — (9:54) A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson.; New York Jets found the end zone from the NE 4 (Q1 48:52) — (3:52) V.Testaverde pass to F.Baxter for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the NE 2 (Q1 48:48) — J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-T.Tupa..
The second quarter: New England Patriots won the period 9–0. New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the NYJ 18 (Q2 42:27) — (12:27) A.Vinatieri 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the NYJ 12 (Q2 41:23) — (11:23) A.Vinatieri 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the NYJ 15 (Q2 32:48) — (2:48) A.Vinatieri 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson..
The fourth quarter: New York Jets won the period 13–7. New England Patriots found the end zone from the NYJ 6 (Q4 10:05) — (10:05) D.Bledsoe pass to E.Bjornson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q4 9:56) — A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson.; New York Jets found the end zone from the NE 2 (Q4 6:32) — (6:32) V.Testaverde pass to W.Chrebet for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the NE 2 (Q4 6:25) — J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-T.Tupa.; New York Jets found the end zone from the NE 28 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) V.Testaverde pass to W.Chrebet for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New York Jets (Q1 60:00) — A.Vinatieri kicks 67 yards from NE 30 to NYJ 3. D.Dunn to NYJ 17 for 14 yards (K.Serwanga).
- New York Jets (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) V.Testaverde pass to W.Chrebet for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Jets (Q2 42:23) — (12:23) Play action fake. V.Testaverde pass intended for C.Martin INTERCEPTED by A.Langham at NYJ 38. A.Langham pushed ob at NYJ 14 for 24 yards (K.Jenkins).
- New England Patriots (Q4 1:28) — (1:28) D.Bledsoe sacked at NE 18 for -8 yards (J.Abraham).
- New York Jets (Q4 2:28) — (2:28) V.Testaverde pass to D.Ward to NE 28 for 44 yards (O.Smith).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Jets (Q2 42:23) — (12:23) Play action fake. V.Testaverde pass intended for C.Martin INTERCEPTED by A.Langham at NYJ 38. A.Langham pushed ob at NYJ 14 for 24 yards (K.Jenkins).
- New York Jets (Q4 7:24) — (7:24) V.Testaverde pass to R.Anderson to NE 26 for 9 yards (T.Jones).
- New York Jets (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) V.Testaverde pass to W.Chrebet for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Jets (Q4 1:24) — (1:24) V.Testaverde up the middle to NE 20 for -2 yards. Testaverde takes knee.
Quarterback report card
D.Bledsoe led all passers in efficiency for New England Patriots, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.Bledsoe (New England Patriots) · 52 dropbacks · 48.1% completion · +0.12 EPA/play · +6.20 total EPA
- V.Testaverde (New York Jets) · 40 dropbacks · 40.0% completion · +0.13 EPA/play · +5.10 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | New England Patriots | New York Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.002 | -0.026 |
| Offensive success rate | 36.4% | 32.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.109 | +0.128 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.135 | -0.392 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.026 | +0.002 |
| Defensive success rate | 67.9% | 63.6% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (New England Patriots -0.00, New York Jets -0.03) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- New England Patriots: 11 drives, -0.24 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 12 drives, -2.06 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- New York Jets leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- W. Chrebet (New York Jets) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q1 54:54 · NYJ 14 · Score 3-0
(9:54) A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q1 48:52 · NE 4 · Score 3-6
(3:52) V.Testaverde pass to F.Baxter for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q1 48:48 · NE 2 · Score 3-7
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-T.Tupa. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 42:27 · NYJ 18 · Score 6-7
(12:27) A.Vinatieri 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 41:23 · NYJ 12 · Score 9-7
(11:23) A.Vinatieri 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 32:48 · NYJ 15 · Score 12-7
(2:48) A.Vinatieri 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q4 10:05 · NYJ 6 · Score 18-7
(10:05) D.Bledsoe pass to E.Bjornson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q4 9:56 · NYJ 2 · Score 19-7
A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-L.Paxton, Holder-L.Johnson. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 6:32 · NE 2 · Score 19-13
(6:32) V.Testaverde pass to W.Chrebet for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q4 6:25 · NE 2 · Score 19-14
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-T.Tupa. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 2:00 · NE 28 · Score 19-20
(2:00) V.Testaverde pass to W.Chrebet for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
The New York Jets beat the New England Patriots 20-19 in Week 2, 2000 on 2000-09-11.
What was the final score of New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
The final score was New England Patriots 19, New York Jets 20 (NE 19-20 NYJ) in Week 2, 2000 on 2000-09-11.
What was the score by quarter in New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
Q1: New England Patriots 3, New York Jets 7; Q2: New England Patriots 9, New York Jets 0; Q4: New England Patriots 7, New York Jets 13; Final: New England Patriots 19, New York Jets 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
New York Jets touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 48:52) New England Patriots touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 10:05) New York Jets touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 6:32) New York Jets touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 2:00) New England Patriots field goal — unlisted player (Q1 54:54, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — unlisted player (Q2 42:27, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — unlisted player (Q2 41:23, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — unlisted player (Q2 32:48, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
D. Bledsoe (New England Patriots), 48.1% completion, +0.12 EPA per dropback, +6.20 total passing EPA. V. Testaverde (New York Jets), 40.0% completion, +0.13 EPA per dropback, +5.10 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
W. Chrebet (New York Jets) led the game in total EPA with +6.51 on receiving plays. across 7 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.10 EPA): (12:23) Play action fake. V.Testaverde pass intended for C.Martin INTERCEPTED by A.Langham at NYJ 38. A.Langham pushed ob at NYJ 14 for 24 yards (K.Jenkins).. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.2%.
Was New England Patriots vs New York Jets a close game?
Yes — the margin was 1 points. New York Jets won 20-19 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
New England Patriots
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
New York Jets
Entered 1-0 Now 2-0 W
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