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Stock down: 3 reeling New York Jets players post-Steelers game

There’s plenty to be excited about regarding the New York Jets’ 17-0 preseason victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday night. For instance, a few Jets players’ camp-preseason stock skyrocketed thanks to impressive performances.

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4 Winners & 4 Losers From Jets Preseason Week 2: Cisco, Bailey Shine in Shutout Victory Over Steelers

Two down, one to go. The Jets' 17-0 victory over the Steelers in their second preseason game of the year brought forth plenty of positivity going into the final few weeks before meaningful football begins.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / August 22

3 NY Jets whose stock skyrocketed in preseason Week 2

There was a lot to like in the New York Jets’ 17-0 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2 of the preseason. Here are three Jets who helped their stock the most on Friday night.

NFL News / HITC / August 22

Cameras capture classy moment between Aaron Rodgers, rookie

NFL broadcast cameras capture moment of pure class between Aaron Rodgers and Steelers rookie

Aaron Rodgers may not have suited up for Friday’s preseason game against the New York Jets, but he still played his role.

Steelers' Mike McCarthy delivers brutal message after Will Howard's nightmare half

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New York Jets News / BoxingNews.com / August 22

Ex-Jets Linebacker Anthony Wint's UFC Debut

Anthony Wint steps into the Octagon for the first time Saturday on the Fight Night card at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento — a debut arriving just 11 days after he blitzed through Matt Adams in 34 seconds.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Aaron Glenn’s ‘very, very efficient’ Geno Smith take will have Jets fans hyped

Geno Smith needed only one preseason series to give the New York Jets exactly what they wanted. Head coach Aaron Glenn could not have been more impressed.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / August 22

Geno Smith Perfect in 17-0 Over Steelers, Klubnik Remains Steady

The Jets had plenty of positive takeaways from their 17-0 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The victory was strong on both sides of the ball. Importantly, the top two QB depth-chart spots looked solid.

Geno Smith News / Field Level Media / August 21

NFL presason roundup: Geno Smith shines as Jets dump Steelers

Geno Smith made the most of his lone drive, completing all of his passes and throwing for a touchdown as the New York Jets earned a 17-0 preseason win over the host Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday.

Geno Smith News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Geno Smith Shows A Lot Left to Offer in Opening Drive vs. Steelers

If you watched the version of Geno Smith that played for the Las Vegas Raiders last season, you could be forgiven for believing that the 35-year-old Smith had reached the end of his unlikely career revival.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Jets grab two interceptions in preseason game

Andre Cisco, Samuel Womack remind Jets defenders it is possible to intercept a pass

The New York Jets made the wrong kind of history during the 2025 season when they became the first team to ever go an entire regular season without intercepting a single pass.

Steelers and CB Joey Porter Jr. seem to be at contract stalemate

Why Steelers' Mason Rudolph is jealous of Will Howard, Drew Allar

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Bailey Zappe News / New York Jets on SI / August 21

Why Bailey Zappe Is Already a Jets Cut Candidate 9 Days Before 53-Man Roster Deadline

While the results ultimately do not matter in the overall picture, preseason games are important in the sense that they give backups and third-stringers a chance to show they belong on their respective rosters when the depth chart is trimmed down to 53 players.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / August 21

Jets vs Steelers: 5 Things to Watch in Preseason Game No. 2

The New York Jets head to Pittsburgh tonight for their second preseason game, and this one should give us a better look at several important position battles before the regular season. Aaron Glenn has said the plan is to play his starters, although injuries and individual management plans could always change that.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Four Jets With the Most to Prove Against the Steelers

The New York Jets’ second preseason game should provide a much clearer look at the state of Aaron Glenn’s team entering 2026. The Jets face the Pittsburgh Steelers Friday night, and several key starters are expected to see action, including quarterback Geno Smith, who missed the preseason opener with an ankle injury.

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Isaiah Williams News / New York Jets on SI / August 21

3 Jets With Soaring Stocks Are Flipping the Depth Chart at Training Camp: Isaiah Williams Can't Be Ignored

The NFL preseason is flying by as the Jets prepare for their second exhibition contest—a road tilt against the Steelers—on Friday. The latest preseason game is yet another opportunity for head coach Aaron Glenn to assess and analyze who deserves to be on this year's 53-man roster, especially with the deadline rapidly approaching on Sunday, Aug.

New York Jets News / A to Z Sports / August 21

ESPN clearly doesn’t like the direction the Jets are heading in but it’s not as bad as they make it out to be

ESPN doesn’t see the Jets digging themselves out of the current hole they’re in anytime soon, but there’s a silver lining that could turn that around. ESPN dished out it’s future power rankings this week and the New York Jets landed 29th out of 32 teams.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / August 19

Jets Camp Report – Cade Klubnik Shines, Cade York Perfect

The NY Jets were back on the practice field Wednesday morning in Florham Park for a shorter session that ran from approximately 8:30 a.m. until a few minutes

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19

Steelers' Mike McCarthy explains interesting QB plan for Jets game

A Wednesday report claimed that veteran Mason Rudolph has the lead over 2025 rookie Will Howard in the battle for the Pittsburgh Steelers' primary backup quarterback job.

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