For the record: The Jets are 8-3 and in first place in the AFC East.
Last game: Defeated previously unbeaten Tennessee 34-13 at Nashville.
Who’s hot: Running back Leon Washington had only eight carries against the Titans but averaged more than 10 yards per carry for 82 yards and two TDs.
Who’s not: The Jets’ defense is ranked No. 13 overall, but their pass defense has been the weakest area, with an average of 239 yards allowed per game. The team has nine interceptions, putting them in a tie for 17th.
Key stat: The Jets’ defense has 35 sacks this season, third-best in the NFL.
FYI: The Jets have won five consecutive games for the first time since 2004.
Coachspeak: “It’s a really good position. Each game allows the next game to be that much more important.” — Eric Mangini, on the team’s one-game lead in the AFC East
Lindsay H. Jones, The Denver Post
