Analysis: What went right, what went wrong in the Jets' win vs Falcons

Analysis: What went right, what went wrong in the Jets' win vs FalconsStory byNick Wojton, USA TODAYTue, December 2, 2025 at 11:45 AM UTC·2 min read

The New York Jets got back to some newly familiar feelings against the Atlanta Falcons: Winning.

The Jets (3-9) took a 27-24 final over the Falcons (4-8) in Week 13 at MetLife Stadium.

As the game rolled on, it was not a certainty that New York would pull it off. Some strong play down the stretch made the difference for the Jets.

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With that, here is Jets Wire's instant analysis of the Jets' win over the Falcons:

What went right?

Nov 30, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA;New York Jets wide receiver Adonai Mitchell (15) reacts after a touchdown catch against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

The connection between wide receiver AD Mitchell and quarterback Tyrod Taylor shined the most for the Jets offense. Mitchell had more production than every other wideout for New York combined with eight grabs, 102 yards and a touchdown.

Defensively, the Jets were stellar late. Their efforts forced back-to-back, three-and-out drives in the fourth quarter. That gave the offense a chance to setup a chance for kicker Nick Folk... who needs no explanation.

What went wrong?

Nov 30, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) rushes the ball against the New York Jets during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Aside from that late effort, the Jets struggled to slow the Falcons offense on the ground like many teams have this season. Atlanta's Bijan Robinson had 142 yards rushing and averaged 6.2 per carry. Quarterback Kirk Cousins wasn't bad, either.

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Offensively, Breece Hall was not at his best, but it's hard to say he had a truly "bad" game or did anything wrong. We've just seen him play better.

What's the bottom line?

Nov 30, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn reacts during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Any requests for the Jets to "tank" are pretty useless at this point. It's not happening and won't really make much of a difference with the team now up to three wins.

What's next?

Aug 3, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, US; A general view of a Miami Dolphins helmet on the field during training camp at Baptist Health Training Complex. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

The Jets face another AFC East team fresh off a win in Week 14... the Miami Dolphins (5-7). Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Sunday.

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