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The critical moment came in the fourth quarter, specifically on a first down on the 27-yard line. Here, instead of running the ball effectively, as had been successful earlier in the game, the team shifted gears towards trick plays and failed passes. What should have been a manageable drive to solidify a win devolved into a panic-fueled sequence of events, inevitably leading them to overtime. The game was effectively lost there, illustrating the coach's ill-advised risk-taking that made the difference between victory and defeat.
In retrospect, the Jets had the game in hand, yet it slipped away due to their own misguided strategies. Even with standout performances by receivers, the inability to retain control of the game ultimately led to their downfall.