New York Jets upset New Orleans Saints, 16–9

The Jets closed as 6.5-point underdogs and won outright.

It was the biggest of 2 NFL upsets in 2001 Week 8, and the 25th-biggest of the 2001 season. New York Jets pulled off 2 other upsets in 2001.

Other NFL upsets in 2001 Week 8

1. Kansas City Chiefs 25, San Diego Chargers 20

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New York Jets’ other 2001 upsets

1. New York Jets 24, Miami Dolphins 0

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2. New York Jets 24, Oakland Raiders 22

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