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Francesa begins by describing the game as one played more like a scrimmage than a serious contest. The Jets' opening drive appeared promising, yet the game quickly degenerated into what he describes as "soft football" — a game devoid of the physicality, turnovers, and hard hits expected in division rivalries. Neither team seemed particularly interested in exerting pressure or making impactful plays, with the Patriots seemingly going through the motions by the second half.