NFL Week 9 results provide major playoff implications

NFL Week 9 Reactions: New York Jets defend home field against the Buffalo Bills

Defense wins championships, and the Jets continue to protect the endzone. Lamarcus Joyner, Michael Carter, and Sauce Gardner lock down opposing receivers – making it difficult for quarterbacks to control the game. New York secondary ties for second in interceptions (11) and eleventh in passing yards allowed (201.1). Success on defense helps Robert Saleh manage the game against tough opponents. A 20-17 victory against Josh Allen and the Bills is just the latest of their accomplishments.

An AFC East showdown provided the Jets the stage to complete another upset. Zach Wilson protected the football – finishing the game without an interception. A favorable turnover differential helped Saleh’s squad outscore the Bills in the second half (10-3). Sauce Gardner and Jordan Whitehead finished with an interception, keeping Allen from recording a passing touchdown

A win over the Bills will help New York establish itself in the standings. The Jets are ranked second in the division but are working to earn a potential tiebreaker for the first seed. Their 2-1 record is tied for the best with the Dolphins and could help the Jets beat out Buffalo in the hunt for the playoffs.

Competition in the conferences will continue to heat up as franchises make a push for a playoff berth. The results of Week 9 provided an additional perspective for fans looking to see how the conference brackets will fill up.