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The New York Jets took on the New England Patriots and lost in a 42-10 fashion in Week 17 at home at MetLife Stadium.
Sometimes the stats can tell the story of who performed well and who did not, but Pro Football Focus is there to provide a little bit more context.
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The football analytics outlet has released their final grades for players who competed in this week's game based on their metrics. How did Jets players fare?
Here is a bit more of a clearer picture for you now.
PFF's five-worst grades for players on the Jets (3-13) defense against the Patriots (13-3) can be found below (minimum 8 snaps played):
5. DE Braiden McGregor
Aug 16, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; General view of a New York Jets helmet prior to the game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images
PFF grade: 42.9.
4. CB Qwan'tez Stiggers
New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (85) catches the ball as New York Jets cornerback Qwan'Tez Stiggers (37) defends during a game at MetLife Stadium, Dec 28, 2025, East Rutherford, NJ, USA.
PFF grade: 42.6.
3. CB Brandon Stephens
Dec 28, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (38) carries the ball against New York Jets cornerback Brandon Stephens (21) during the first quarter of the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
PFF grade: 39.9.
2. DT Khalen Saunders
Nov 23, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; New York Jets defensive tackle Khalen Saunders (99) takes the field before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
PFF grade: 37.7.
1. LB Jamien Sherwood
Dec 28, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) runs on a keeper against New York Jets linebacker Jamien Sherwood (44) during the second quarter of the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images
PFF grade: 29.2.
This article originally appeared on Jets Wire: PFF: 5 worst-graded Jets players on defense vs. the Patriots
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