Game facts: Jets at Dolphins

Published: Oct 01, 2016 at 08:23 AM

Big difference: The Jets have a 3-0 record against teams that didn't make the playoffs in 2015; they are 0-5 against teams that made the playoffs last year.

Turning it around: The Jets had a -12 turnover differential in their first six games. Over their last two games (both wins), they Jets have a +3 TO differential.

Favorable matchups: Matt Forte has 182 rushing yards and 3 rushing TDs in his last two games; the Dolphins allow 135.6 rush YPG (30th in NFL).

Marquee matchup: The Jets have the NFL's best run defense this season (74.0 rush yards allowed per game); Dolphins RB Jay Ajayi is coming off back-to-back 200+ yard rushing games.

No pass D: The Jets give up more pass yards per game (290.9) than any team in the NFL. They allow 8.0 yards per pass attempt (T-25th).

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