The night started well for the Jets. Rodgers was clearly locked in and throwing in rhythm. A first drive stalled due to a holding penalty, but the second drive ended on an Allen Lazard touchdown from Rodgers. The third drive ended with a rushing touchdown from Breece Hall.

Shortly after Breece Hall plunged into the end zone to give New York a 14–0 lead in the second quarter, quarterback Aaron Rodgers went over to coach Robert Saleh, who prepared himself for a celebratory hug. Rodgers shoved him away and glared at Saleh as he strolled toward the bench.

Aaron Rodgers hooked up with an old friend for the New York Jets' first touchdown vs. the New England Patriots on Monday night -- a 10-yard pass to wide receiver Allen Lazard, who celebrated by handing the ball to his quarterback.