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Grading Every Jets Position Group Against Lions: Struggles in the Trenches

Despite their best efforts to hang with the explosive Lions offense on Sunday, the Jets did not have enough to pull off the upset in a 31-24 loss in the Motor City, bringing their 2026 record to 1-2 after consecutive weeks of near-misses.

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‘We’re fighting our asses off to close that gap, and we will’ – Aaron Glenn knows what is required of New York Jets after 1-2 start

The New York Jets are 1-2, but the point differential, the roster growth, and a favorable October slate tell a different story than the record suggests.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / September 28

Jets Week 3 Awards: 10 Winners After Frustrating Loss to Lions (Aaron Glenn, Kenyon Sadiq & More)

Jets fans wanted a more competitive team in 2026. One that could go toe-to-toe with playoff contenders and not slump when they fell behind in games. They might have that team in 2026, but it's not quite ready yet to be a winner.

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The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?

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New York Jets News / A to Z Sports / September 28

Jets’ long-term plan is already starting to look better as New York sits on massive haul of 2027 NFL Draft capital

If the 2027 NFL Draft were to occur today, the New York Jets would have three Top-10 picks. Thanks to Green Bay and Indianapolis, New York is in prime position to add more talent next year. The New York Jets are 1-2 through three weeks of the 2026 NFL season, and there’s no avoiding that.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / September 28

What many NY Jets fans are forgetting after latest loss

NFL fans are bound to be frustrated whenever their team loses its second straight game to fall to 1-2, whether that team is expected to win the Super Bowl or five games.

Geno Smith News / JetNation.com / September 28

Geno Smith Shines but Jets Come up Short in 31-24 Loss to Lions

Geno Smith and the Jets made the trip to Detriot in hopes of stealing a win on the road. Sadly, it was not to be. Gang Green battled back against a tough Lions team and came up short 31-24.

New York Jets News / Athlon Sports / September 27

New York Jets May Have Found the Piece Their Offense Needed

The New York Jets did not leave Ford Field with a win in Week 3, but rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq gave them a meaningful takeaway from their 31-24 loss to the Detroit Lions: Their offense may have a legitimate difference-maker to build around.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / September 27

4 Studs & 4 Duds in Jets' Hard-Fought Road Loss to Lions (O-Line Issues Overshadow TEs' Big Day)

The Jets may be a more talented roster than they were last season, but they are clearly a year away from beating true championship-contending rosters. The Jets battled the Lions all the way to the end on Sunday afternoon, but it wasn't enough as the Lions scratched out a 31-24 victory to move Gang Green to 1-2.

New York Jets News / A to Z Sports / September 27

‘Man they really stepped up’ – New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn highlights key position group after loss to the Lions

Rookie TE Kenyon Sadiq posted over 100 yards in his third career game, and Jeremy Ruckert found the end zone as the Jets’ tight end room proved it can carry this offense.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 27

New York Jets Report Card From the Detroit Lions Game Gives Passing Game an 'A'

The New York Jets didn’t pass their test with the Detroit Lions, falling 31-24 at Ford Field. But the two teams stood in the ring and kept delivering haymakers while refusing to fall. That counts for something, but it’s still an “L” for the Jets, despite the impressive showing.

New York Jets News / A to Z Sports / September 27

New York Jets get great news after a late-game injury scare to their top offensive weapon

The New York Jets lost 3 key offensive players to injuries against the Detroit Lions, but the first update on their No. 1 receiver is the news they wanted to hear.

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NFL News / New York Jets on SI / September 27

Jets Fail to Hang With Lions in Week 3 (Here's What Mattered Most, Including Special Teams Struggles)

After last week's 10-point collapse to the Green Bay Packers, Jets fans were hoping to have more to celebrate on Sunday afternoon. There seemed to be the perfect storm for that to happen, too.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 27

New York Jets Good Things/Some Bad Things From The Detroit Lions Loss

The New York Jets lost to the Detroit Lions, but they didn’t go down without a fight. It was billed as the NFL’s No. 1 defense against one of the most potent offenses in the league during the pregame analysis.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 27

Garrett Wilson’s concussion injury update a silver lining for Jets after heartbreaking loss to Lions

The New York Jets gave it their all in Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season. New York lost a close game against Detroit 31-24 in a game that featured multiple injuries for the away team.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 27

2 Winners and 3 Losers from the New York Jets competitive 31-24 loss to the Detroit Lions

New York fell to 1-2 after a competitive showing in Detroit, and the pass catchers delivered while the run game and defense let the team down. There were more good signs but yet again it was not enough.

Geno Smith News / Athlon Sports / September 27

New York Jets Fall to Detroit Lions 31-24, With Geno Smith Turnover in Final Seconds Deciding

There are no such things as moral victories in the NFL. But after today’s game, you’d have to admit the 2026 edition of the New York Jets are not the same old Jets, even though they lost to Detroit, 31-24.

Breece Hall News / Field Level Media / September 27

Jets RB Breece Hall out with thigh injury

Jets running back Breece Hall left New York's game against the host Detroit Lions on the opening drive of the fourth quarter with a thigh injury Sunday.

Kenyon Sadiq News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 27

Jets’ Kenyon Sadiq just showed everybody why he was a 1st-round pick with insane 1st NFL TD catch

The New York Jets are hoping for a strong season in 2026. New York is getting a great performance from rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq, in their game on Sunday against the Detroit Lions.

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / September 26

Jets Make Multiple Roster Moves

The Jets made a few roster moves ahead of their Week 3 meeting with the Lions, per Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. New York elevated wide receiver Sterling Shepard and kicker Jason Sanders from the practice squad, and it signed wideout Jamaal Pritchett to the active roster.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 26

Jets Elevating WR Sterling Shepard & K Jason Sanders

Per Zack Rosenblatt, the Jets are elevating WR Sterling Shepard and K Jason Sanders to the active roster for Week 3. The team is also signing WR Jamaal Pritchett from the taxi squad to its active roster.

Kenyon Sadiq News / Jets X-Factor / September 26

Why Kenyon Sadiq’s NY Jets breakout could begin in Week 3

It isn’t often you see NFL teams draft a tight end in the top half of the first round nowadays. In April, Oregon’s Kenyon Sadiq was chosen 16th overall by the New York Jets, making him just the seventh tight end drafted in the top 16 over the last 20 drafts.

New York Jets News / The Spun / September 25

New York Jets In Position To Control 2027 NFL Draft Board

Through the first two weeks of the 2026 season, the New York Jets don’t appear to be playing for the No. 1 overall pick. Nonetheless, they’re in shape to have more draft capital than any other team in the NFL.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Lions' Goff sends strong message to 'vultures' before Week 3 game

Lions QB Jared Goff sends strong message to 'vultures' before Week 3 game vs. Jets

Detroit escaped with a 31-30 overtime win over the 1-1 New Orleans Saints at home in Week 1 and lost to the 2-0 Buffalo Bills, 41-31, on the road in Week 2.

Lions get fresh trade message regarding Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21

Report reveals if Tomlin could embrace noteworthy career change while with NBC

Report reveals if Mike Tomlin could embrace noteworthy career change while with NBC

He seemingly is enjoying his current schedule that involves not being associated with any one team, and he has already given viewers some viral moments in his new role.

Browns HC Todd Monken fires back at Mike Tomlin after Week 2 win

The 'Last 100-catch season by NFL team' quiz