Story byNick Wojton, USA TODAYFri, December 26, 2025 at 5:45 PM UTC·2 min readThe New York Jets' grind through the 2025 NFL season rolls on in Week 17. This time, the Jets will host the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium. All week, topics and storylines have been discussed ahead of this battle between AFC East foes. In the end, regardless of what is said by players, coaches, media outlets and fans, it always comes down to what unfolds on the field in the NFL. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAnd once the battle arrives, there will be a few particular things to keep in mind to look out for. With that, here are five things to watch for during the Jets (3-12) and Patriots (12-3) clash in Week 17:Final home vibesOct 19, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; A New York Jets fan wears bags while watch during the fourth quarter of an NFL game between the Jets and the Carolina Panthers at MetLife Stadium.