Amazon Prime is back with “Thursday Night Football” to kick off Week 3, showcasing another AFC East clash.

The New York Jets are gearing up for their first home game of the 2024 season at MetLife Stadium, squaring off against the New England Patriots. The Buffalo Bills currently lead the AFC East standings following their victory over the Miami Dolphins on “Thursday Night Football” in Week 2, but the Jets and Patriots aim to make a statement at the beginning of Week 3.

Both teams enter this matchup with a 1-1 record.

New England pulled off a surprise win against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1, marking Jerod Mayo’s first victory as head coach. However, they faced a setback in Week 2, losing in overtime to the Seattle Seahawks. The Patriots’ ground game has looked strong, with Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson racking up 177 rushing yards in their last appearance.

The Patriots have fielded nine-year veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett in their opening games, as he starts ahead of rookie Drake Maye, the No. 3 overall pick. Brissett has been reliable, recording no turnovers in both of his starts.

On the other hand, the Jets had a tough challenge in Week 1 against the reigning NFC champion 49ers. They rebounded with a 24-17 win against the Tennessee Titans in Week 2.

The Jets capitalized on the Titans’ mistakes to score 17 points. Tennessee started strong, leading 7-0 early in the first quarter, but the Jets displayed solid discipline throughout. They won the turnover margin, forcing an interception and recovering a fumble in the red zone. Additionally, New York’s special teams blocked a punt midway through the third quarter, which led to a field goal from Greg Zuerlein. The Jets outperformed the Titans, scoring 17 points to 7 during the second half.

New York will aim to maintain this momentum as they face the Patriots in a short week.

Here’s everything you need to know about the “Thursday Night Football” matchup in Week 3.

Which teams are playing on Thursday Night Football tonight?

• Matchup: New England Patriots vs. New York Jets
• Location: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ

The Jets (1-1) and Patriots (1-1) are set to compete in Amazon Prime’s second “Thursday Night Football” game of the season for Week 3.

Emotions will be high for the Jets and their supporters. Last season, they faced a heart-wrenching moment in Week 1 when Aaron Rodgers injured his Achilles after just four plays. The four-time MVP, now 40, is eager to show his worth amid the Super Bowl buzz surrounding the team.

Despite this, Rodgers has not been at his best in his first two games, relying increasingly on running backs Breece Hall and rookie Braelon Allen. Notably, Allen is the NFL’s youngest player at just 20 years old and recently scored two touchdowns. Rodgers and Allen connected for a 12-yard touchdown pass in the first half during their game in Nashville, showcasing a unique combination of the league’s oldest and youngest players.

In a positive turn, the Jets managed to break the Patriots’ dominance over them in Week 18, concluding the 2023 season. Despite Tom Brady’s departure from New England after 2019, the Patriots had consistently bested the Jets. Before the Jets’ triumph in their last matchup of the 2023 season, New England had won 15 straight games against New York since November 2016.

Fans can anticipate a defensive showdown on “TNF.” With Robert Saleh and Jerod Mayo as head coaches, both teams have a strong focus on defense. The Jets have aspirations for an AFC East title, and this game will serve as an important test of their competitiveness.

What time does the NFL game start tonight?

• Date: Thursday, Sept. 19
• Time: 8:15 p.m. ET

The Jets vs. Patriots game will kick off at 8:15 p.m. ET, aligning with the standard start time for all of Amazon’s “Thursday Night Football” games for the 2024 NFL season.

On which channel can you watch Thursday Night Football tonight?

• Live stream: Amazon Prime

Fans wanting to watch “Thursday Night Football” live need an Amazon Prime subscription to stream the game.

Commentary for Amazon’s broadcast will be provided by Al Michaels (play-by-play), Kirk Herbstreit (color analysis), and Kaylee Hartung (sideline reporting).