Game story
In Week 12 of the 2001 NFL season on 2001-12-02, the New England Patriots took care of business against the New York Jets, pulling away with a 17–16 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
V. Testaverde (New York Jets) paced the passing game, with +0.12 total EPA.
On the individual side, F. Coleman (New England Patriots) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.43 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-27.0% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when New York Jets changed the game: (2:07) 16-V.Testaverde pass intended for 88-A.Becht INTERCEPTED by 27-T.Buckley at NE 33. 27-T.Buckley to NE 33 for no gain (88-A.Becht).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots | 0 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 17 |
| New York Jets | 10 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 F. Coleman · New England Patriots · Receiving · +4.43 total EPA · 1 snaps · +4.43 EPA/play
- 2 T. Brady · New England Patriots · Passing · +4.38 total EPA · 31 snaps · +0.14 EPA/play
- 3 D. Patten · New England Patriots · Receiving · +3.06 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 4 L. Coles · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.42 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play
- 5 M. Edwards · New England Patriots · Rushing · +2.35 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.17 EPA/play
- 6 T. Brown · New England Patriots · Receiving · +2.22 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 7 A. Smith · New England Patriots · Receiving · +2.01 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 8 W. Chrebet · New York Jets · Receiving · +1.77 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
F. Coleman — NE · Receiving
F. Coleman posted the highest total EPA (+4.43) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on New England Patriots's efficiency. Across 1 counted snaps, they averaged +4.43 EPA per play.
The signature play (+4.49 EPA) came from New York Jets: (11:58) 16-V.Testaverde pass to 87-L.Coles for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Jets — L. Coles (V. Testaverde pass)
- New England Patriots — A. Smith
- New England Patriots — M. Edwards
Field goals
- New York Jets — J. Hall
- New York Jets — J. Hall
- New York Jets — J. Hall
- New England Patriots — A. Vinatieri
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 10–0. New York Jets found the end zone from the NE 34 (Q1 56:58) — (11:58) 16-V.Testaverde pass to 87-L.Coles for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the NE 2 (Q1 56:52) — 9-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-85-J.Dearth, Holder-7-T.Tupa.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the NE 2 (Q1 50:46) — (5:46) 9-J.Hall 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-85-J.Dearth, Holder-7-T.Tupa..
The second quarter: New York Jets won the period 3–0. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the NE 23 (Q2 32:57) — (2:57) 9-J.Hall 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-85-J.Dearth, Holder-7-T.Tupa..
The third quarter: New England Patriots won the period 14–3. New England Patriots found the end zone from the NYJ 4 (Q3 25:24) — (10:24) 32-A.Smith left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q3 25:19) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-66-L.Paxton, Holder-19-D.Huard.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the NE 32 (Q3 22:46) — (7:46) 9-J.Hall 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-85-J.Dearth, Holder-7-T.Tupa.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the NYJ 4 (Q3 17:17) — (2:17) 44-M.Edwards left end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q3 17:11) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-66-L.Paxton, Holder-19-D.Huard..
The fourth quarter: New England Patriots won the period 3–0. New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the NYJ 10 (Q4 7:36) — (7:36) 4-A.Vinatieri 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-66-L.Paxton, Holder-19-D.Huard..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New York Jets (Q4 2:07) — (2:07) 16-V.Testaverde pass intended for 88-A.Becht INTERCEPTED by 27-T.Buckley at NE 33. 27-T.Buckley to NE 33 for no gain (88-A.Becht).
- New England Patriots (Q4 1:06) — (1:06) 12-T.Brady up the middle to NE 42 for -1 yards. Brady takes a knee.
- New York Jets (Q1 59:02) — (14:02) 16-V.Testaverde pass to 83-S.Moss to NE 38 for 33 yards (22-T.Shaw). First career catch for Moss.
- New York Jets (Q1 56:58) — (11:58) 16-V.Testaverde pass to 87-L.Coles for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New England Patriots (Q3 19:45) — (4:45) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass to 32-A.Smith to NYJ 27 for 40 yards (21-V.Green).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Jets (Q1 56:58) — (11:58) 16-V.Testaverde pass to 87-L.Coles for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New England Patriots (Q3 26:13) — (11:13) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass to 84-F.Coleman to NYJ 4 for 46 yards (24-R.Mickens).
- New York Jets (Q3 27:35) — (12:35) 16-V.Testaverde pass intended for 87-L.Coles INTERCEPTED by 50-M.Vrabel at NE 31. 50-M.Vrabel to NE 43 for 12 yards (71-K.Jenkins). Ball tipped at LOS by NE#96 Mitchell.
- New England Patriots (Q3 19:45) — (4:45) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass to 32-A.Smith to NYJ 27 for 40 yards (21-V.Green).
Quarterback report card
V.Testaverde led all passers in efficiency for New York Jets, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- V.Testaverde (New York Jets) · 38 dropbacks · 47.4% completion · +0.00 EPA/play · +0.12 total EPA
- T.Brady (New England Patriots) · 31 dropbacks · 64.5% completion · +0.14 EPA/play · +4.38 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 | +0.072 | +0.030 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.6% | 38.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.141 | +0.003 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.006 | -0.199 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.030 | -0.072 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.3% | 54.4% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (New England Patriots +0.07, New York Jets +0.03) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- New England Patriots: 10 drives, +4.86 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 10 drives, +2.40 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- New England Patriots 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.
- F. Coleman (New England Patriots) 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 York Jets TD (+6) — Q1 56:58 · NE 34 · Score 0-6
(11:58) 16-V.Testaverde pass to 87-L.Coles for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q1 56:52 · NE 2 · Score 0-7
9-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-85-J.Dearth, Holder-7-T.Tupa. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q1 50:46 · NE 2 · Score 0-10
(5:46) 9-J.Hall 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-85-J.Dearth, Holder-7-T.Tupa. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q2 32:57 · NE 23 · Score 0-13
(2:57) 9-J.Hall 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-85-J.Dearth, Holder-7-T.Tupa. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q3 25:24 · NYJ 4 · Score 6-13
(10:24) 32-A.Smith left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q3 25:19 · NYJ 2 · Score 7-13
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-66-L.Paxton, Holder-19-D.Huard. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q3 22:46 · NE 32 · Score 7-16
(7:46) 9-J.Hall 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-85-J.Dearth, Holder-7-T.Tupa. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q3 17:17 · NYJ 4 · Score 13-16
(2:17) 44-M.Edwards left end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q3 17:11 · NYJ 2 · Score 14-16
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-66-L.Paxton, Holder-19-D.Huard. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q4 7:36 · NYJ 10 · Score 17-16
(7:36) 4-A.Vinatieri 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-66-L.Paxton, Holder-19-D.Huard.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
The New England Patriots beat the New York Jets 17-16 in Week 12, 2001 on 2001-12-02.
What was the final score of New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
The final score was New England Patriots 17, New York Jets 16 (NE 17-16 NYJ) in Week 12, 2001 on 2001-12-02.
What was the score by quarter in New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
Q1: New England Patriots 0, New York Jets 10; Q2: New England Patriots 0, New York Jets 3; Q3: New England Patriots 14, New York Jets 3; Q4: New England Patriots 3, New York Jets 0; Final: New England Patriots 17, New York Jets 16.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
New York Jets touchdown — L. Coles (V. Testaverde pass) (Q1 56:58) New England Patriots touchdown — A. Smith (Q3 25:24) New England Patriots touchdown — M. Edwards (Q3 17:17) New York Jets field goal — J. Hall (Q1 50:46, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — J. Hall (Q2 32:57, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — J. Hall (Q3 22:46, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q4 7:36, 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?
V. Testaverde (New York Jets), 47.4% completion, +0.00 EPA per dropback, +0.12 total passing EPA. T. Brady (New England Patriots), 64.5% completion, +0.14 EPA per dropback, +4.38 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in New England Patriots vs New York Jets?
F. Coleman (New England Patriots) led the game in total EPA with +4.43 on receiving plays. across 1 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+4.49 EPA): (11:58) 16-V.Testaverde pass to 87-L.Coles for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -27.0%.
Was New England Patriots vs New York Jets a close game?
Yes — the margin was 1 points. New England Patriots won 17-16 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
New England Patriots
Entered 6-5 Now 7-5 W
New York Jets
Entered 7-3 Now 7-4 L
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