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Jets Drop 34-32 Opener in Glenn’s Debut Despite Fields’ Strong Start

Power rankings punished New York after a game that showcased offensive progress under Tanner Engstrand alongside recurring close-game failures.

Overview

  • New York outgained Pittsburgh in yards, first downs, yards per play, third-down rate, plays run, and time of possession yet still lost 34-32.
  • Justin Fields completed 16 of 22 passes for 218 yards and a touchdown and added 48 rushing yards with two rushing scores in his Jets debut.
  • The defense held the Steelers to 53 rushing yards but surrendered four Aaron Rodgers touchdown passes.
  • Decisive swings included Xavier Gipson’s kickoff fumble and Chris Boswell’s 60-yard field goal, with the offense scoring on just one of four fourth-quarter possessions.
  • NFL.com placed the Jets at No. 27 due to familiar late-game issues, and Aaron Glenn called the tape “disappointed, but highly encouraged.”