Buffalo Bills at New York Jets odds, expert picks and how will Jets respond after coaching change?
The Jeff Ulbrich era kicks off on Monday night as the New York Jets host the Buffalo Bills at MetLife Stadium. The Bills come in as slight road favorites, and this game could shed light on whether the Jets’ problems were more about former head coach Robert Saleh or broader team issues.
The Jets’ biggest challenge remains their underwhelming offense, a problem that has persisted for years. Despite Aaron Rodgers’ highly anticipated return, his performance through the first five weeks has been far from impressive. Rodgers ranks 21st in QBR (49.1), 26th in passer rating (81.6), and 29th in yards per pass attempt (6.0), with the team averaging just 18.6 points per game. This offensive ineffectiveness was a major factor in Saleh’s firing on Tuesday.
Monday’s matchup against the Bills offers a chance for the Jets to get their offense on track. Buffalo’s defense has struggled recently, especially against stronger opponents like Baltimore and Houston, and injuries have further weakened their defense. After a strong start to the season with three straight wins, the Bills have dropped their last two games.
Bills quarterback Josh Allen is also looking to rebound after a poor showing in Sunday’s loss to the Texans. Despite having reduced his turnovers significantly this season—coming into last week with no interceptions—the Jets have been known to give him trouble in the past.
Under head coach Sean McDermott, the Bills have been solid as road favorites, going 15-12-1 against the spread, which ranks ninth-best in the league during this time. Monday’s game could prove pivotal for both teams as they seek to right their respective ships.