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New York Jets: Five most exciting comebacks in franchise history

ByAlan Schechter|
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3. Jets at Broncos, 11/5/78

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    • Back to Denver for another on the list of comebacks. This one comes 16 years later, almost to the day as the Jets enter the game 5-4. The Broncos were slightly better at 6-3.

    In this one, the Broncos broke out early and often, taking an early 14-0 lead after one quarter. The run included one defensive touchdown byBill Thompson, who recovered a fumble and took it home from four yards out.

    AKevin Longrushing touchdown brought the score to 14-7, but then Denver scored twice, including a 28 yard interception return byTom Jackson.

    Before the half ended, the tide started to turn as the Jets picked up ten points to go in at the half down 28-17.Derrick Gaffneyscored on a four yard touchdown pass fromMatt RobinsonandPat Leahyconnected on a 38 yard field goal.

    The second half saw only two touchdowns scored, but they were both for the road team, completing the comeback.Scott Dierkingscored from three yards out in the third, andWesley Walkercaught a 75 yard touchdown pass from Robinson to win it.

    Final score, Jets 31, Broncos 28.

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