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New York Jets at New England Patriots Simulation on What If Sports

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This week's simulation on What If Sports predicts yet another thrilling game with a stunning finish. The Jets win another game at the gun by a 26-20 score. Gang Green overcomes a 17-7 deficit after three quarters. Gang Green also overcame a late deficit in dramatic fashion. Trailing 20-17 in the final minute, Nick Folk snuck a 24 yard kick through the uprights. The Jets then forced a three and out. The game looked destined for overtime until Mark Sanchez hit Santonio Holmes on a 50 yard Hail Mary as time expired.

Holmes finished with 5 catches for 127 yards and 2 touchdowns. Braylon Edwards added 4 catches for 89 yards. LaDainian Tomlinson ran for 83 yards on 14 carries and added 2 catches for 19 receiving yards. Shonn Greene had 10 carries for 54 yards.

Gang Green held Tom Brady in check. Brady was 13 of 24 for only 122 yards with no touchdowns. Wes Welker led the Pats with just 5 catches and 37 receiving yards. New England did have a big game on the ground, though. Benjarvis Green-Ellis ran for 94 yards on 14 carries, while Danny Woodhead added 87 yards on 9 carries. Both took a carry into the end zone.

For a complete recap, go here.