Mike Vrabel acknowledges luck in Patriots' narrow win over Jets

The New England Patriots secured a 26–19 victory against the New York Jets on October 18, 2026, in a tightly contested matchup. Head coach Mike Vrabel expressed relief and acknowledged luck played a part in the win. The Patriots led 17–3 at halftime but allowed the Jets to narrow the score to 26–19 late in the game before recovering an onside kick. The win marked New England's third consecutive victory, improving their record to 4–2. The Patriots face the Chicago Bears next on a short turnaround, posing a fresh challenge after this demanding game.

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