In a surprising upset, Mike White led the New York Jets to a 34-31 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in his first NFL start. The Jets overcame an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit, scoring 14 unanswered points to secure just their second win of the season.

Key Highlights:

• Jets QB Mike White: 405 passing yards, 3 touchdowns
• Bengals led 31-20 entering the fourth quarter
• Bengals drop to second place in AFC North behind Ravens

The Good: Mike White's exceptional performance dominated the game, throwing for 405 yards and three touchdowns against a top-10 ranked Bengals defense. His poise and execution likely earned him continued starting opportunities.

The Bad: Joe Mixon's ground game struggled significantly, managing only 33 yards on 14 carries despite scoring two touchdowns (one rushing, one receiving). This lack of rushing production hampered the Bengals' ability to control the game's tempo.

The Ugly: The Bengals' defense had an uncharacteristically poor showing, allowing a first-time starter to throw for over 400 yards. Additionally, Jets running back Michael Carter outgained Mixon by more than double the yardage with just one additional carry.

Next Games:

• Bengals vs Browns: Sunday at 1 p.m. EST (CBS) at Paul Brown Stadium
• Jets vs Colts: Thursday at 8:20 p.m. EST (FOX)

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