Patriots under pressure to maintain

The Saints have the burden of protecting a perfect record, but the Patriots will be feeling the most pressure on Monday night, writes John Clayton.

The Big Rotowski: Best, worst skeds

Christopher Harris updates his ongoing fantasy football rankings with an eye to the best and worst schedules for the fantasy football playoffs (Weeks 14-17)

Ryan surprised by Pats' deep attempt

New York Jets coach Rex Ryan felt "disrespected" by the New England Patriots for throwing a deep pass with the game well in hand Sunday.

Bruschi on Tap: Second time a charm

The Jets learned that it's hard to beat the Patriots twice in the same season.

Welker has been an easy target

Wes Welker is racking up some eye-catching numbers for the Patriots.

Patriots get off mat, deliver knockout

The Pats used their devastating finish in Indy as motivation in their decisive win.

Bodden has three of Sanchez's four INTs as Patriots answer critics

Leigh Bodden had three of the four interceptions thrown by Mark Sanchez and the New England Patriots defense allowed just one touchdown and 226 yards in a 31-14 win over the Jets.

Countdown Daily Recap: Jets-Patriots

Eric Allen and Alex Loeb recap a rough outing by Mark Sanchez and a dominating win by the Patriots

FOXBORO, MA - NOVEMBER 22: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots signals to the offensive during a game against the New...

Jets-Patriots Preview

Jets-Patriots Preview

Pats-Jets rematch all about adjustments

Keys for Pats vs. Jets will be red zone success, stopping run, protecting Brady.

Ryan says he's true to himself

New York Jets coach Rex Ryan says his crying in front of his team earlier this week is just another example of him staying true to himself.

Countdown Daily Huddle: AFC East

John Clayton gives you the latest news from each team in the AFC East

Patriots Mailbag: Fourth ... and long

Final thoughts on fourth-and-2, then moving on to pressing Pats issues.