NFL Preseason Week 2 Recap: New York Jets 17, Pittsburgh Steelers 0
The New York Jets shut out the Pittsburgh Steelers 17–0 in Preseason Week 2 on August 21, 2026. Jets outgained the Steelers, 287 total yards to 232.
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Report: Steelers Will Keep Both Drew Allar & Will Howard
Gerry Dulac of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that the Steelers are planning to keep both quarterbacks, Drew Allar and Will Howard, on their 53-man roster this coming season. Dulac notes that the decision was made even before the team’s 17-0 preseason loss to the Jets. Allar, 22, started three years at quarterback for Penn State. […] The post Report: Steelers Will Keep Both Drew Allar & Will Howard appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Steelers’ Mike McCarthy opens up on ‘teaching opportunity’ following loss vs. Jets
The Pittsburgh Steelers got beat in a NFL preseason game by the New York Jets on Friday. Pittsburgh failed to post a single point in the game. Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy is opening up about what the loss is giving to his team. “We will have great ‘teaching film,’ ” McCarthy said of his […] The post Steelers’ Mike McCarthy opens up on ‘teaching opportunity’ following loss vs. Jets appeared first on ClutchPoints .
McCorkle: Roman Wilson May Have Reopened A Competition Everyone Thought Was Over
Roman Wilson appeared to run away with one of the Steelers’ three starting WR jobs during training camp. But after two preseason games, don’t be so sure his competition with Germie Bernard is over. Wilson consistently received more first-team snaps than Bernard when Michael Pittman and DK Metcalf were healthy. Yet we’ve seen this story […]
Joey Porter Jr. longshot trade might be exactly what Aaron Glenn needs
The New York Jets need to at least consider a big trade for Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. amid some recently unearthed rumors.
Steelers Still Don’t Have A Clear Plan for Broderick Jones
PITTSBURGH — Spotted a sack allowed in the locker room following the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 17-0 preseason loss to the New […] The post Steelers Still Don’t Have A Clear Plan for Broderick Jones appeared first on Steelers Now .
Steelers Safety DeShon Elliott Spills on Emotional Comeback From Injury
PITTSBURGH — DeShon Elliott isn’t normally nervous before games. Prior to Friday night’s preseason matchup with the New York Jets, […] The post Steelers Safety DeShon Elliott Spills on Emotional Comeback From Injury appeared first on Steelers Now .
Former Steelers and Chiefs WR Forced to Retire Early Due to Injury Dies at 76
Barry Pearson spent more than fifty years being remembered for a pass that was never actually thrown to him, on a play that was designed for him from the start. The former Pittsburgh Steelers and Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver has died at 76, according to his obituary, leaving behind a career that began with […] The post Former Steelers and Chiefs WR Forced to Retire Early Due to Injury Dies at 76 appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Elandon Roberts: Patrick Graham’s Defense ‘Totally Different’ Compared To Last Year With Raiders
Mike Tomlin leaving the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason led to a lot of change, including to their defensive scheme. Tomlin had his fingerprints all over that unit. Now, new Steelers defensive coordinator Patrick Graham is in charge of that group. Elandon Roberts played on Graham’s defense last year with the Las Vegas Raiders, and he […]
Mike McCarthy Dodges Question Of Drew Allar Playing Earlier Snaps
Drew Allar went 11-for-23 for 110 yards in his second preseason game, once again playing late. What about seeing earlier reps? When a reporter asked HC Mike McCarthy about that, he seemed to sidestep the question. So far, he has only played in the second half, and only one game remains. “Would it be able […]
New York Jets News: Geno Smith is stellar in Jets preseason win over Steelers
Happy Saturday, Jets fans! This is a victory Saturday as the Jets beat the Steelers 17-0 last night in Pittsburgh. Most notably, Geno Smith’s 2026 preseason debut was a success. The quarterback completed all seven of his passing attempts, including a touchdown to Jelani Woods. The Jets defense also shut out a Steelers team quarterbacked […]
Willie Colon Happy With ‘Composure’ Will Howard Showed In Loss To Jets
A week ago, Will Howard looked great while making his preseason debut for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Howard got the start Friday night against the New York Jets, but unfortunately, this performance wasn’t as impressive. The Steelers were bad in many offensive areas on Friday, but Howard’s two interceptions marred his performance. Even so, former Steeler […]
Three Steelers Roster Battles Tightening After Second Preseason Game
After last night’s 17-0 loss by the Steelers, three roster battles are tightening in one direction or another. Well, more than three, I’m sure, but there are three that I want to highlight. With the display from the quarterbacks, running backs and safeties, I believe we have moved the needle at those positions. Quarterback We […]
11 instant reactions to Jets' preseason win over Steelers
The New York Jets got their first of the preseason over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday night, and here are 11 takeaways from the exhibition matchup.
Could Last Night’s Performance Push Will Howard Outside Roster Bubble?
Could last night’s performance push Will Howard outside the roster bubble? After throwing two interceptions against the Jets and failing to score, where does Will Howard stand with the Steelers? It appears the other three quarterbacks are safe, after all, so what is left for Howard? Aaron Rodgers is the starter, Mike McCarthy has “seen […]
Steelers’ Mike McCarthy really hates cell phones at press conference
The Pittsburgh Steelers laid an absolute egg against the New York Jets on Friday night, and head coach Mike McCarthy clearly had zero patience for any postgame distractions. Following an ugly 17-0 preseason shutout loss at Acrisure Stadium, McCarthy was busy breaking down his team’s offensive struggles during the postgame press conference when a reporter’s […] The post Steelers’ Mike McCarthy really hates cell phones at press conference appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Saunders: In Different Ways, Young Steelers QBs Running Out of Time To Make Their Marks
PITTSBURGH — Will Howard has been here before. The Pittsburgh Steelers have four quarterbacks. Most teams carry two quarterbacks on […] The post Saunders: In Different Ways, Young Steelers QBs Running Out of Time To Make Their Marks appeared first on Steelers Now .
Steelers’ TJ Watt reunites with Jets’ Minkah Fitzpatrick before preseason clash
The Pittsburgh Steelers saw their second preseason game slip away at the hands of the New York Jets, falling 17-0 in front of their home crowd. But before any game action, TJ Watt and Minkah Fitzpatrick had a reunion during the practice session. In a short clip recently shared before the game, Watt and Fitzpatrick […] The post Steelers’ TJ Watt reunites with Jets’ Minkah Fitzpatrick before preseason clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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. Making his summer debut in Sunday’s 17-0 shutout of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Smith guided a surgical 10-play, 69-yard opening drive. He completed all seven of his passes for […] The post Aaron Glenn’s ‘very, very efficient’ Geno Smith take will have Jets fans hyped appeared first on ClutchPoints .
‘Lot Of Emotions’: DeShon Elliott Details ‘Rusty’ Return In First Game Back From Serious Injury
He’s an 8-year NFL veteran, but his first snaps Friday night in the Steelers’ second preseason game led to some jitters for safety DeShon Elliott. Making his return to game action for the first time since a season-ending injury last year in Week 8 against the Green Bay Packers, Elliott admitted he had some nerves […]
Watch: Steelers Vs Jets Recap And Analysis
Bringing you guys another video today. Here, we’re breaking down the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 17-0 loss to the New York Jets Friday night. We detail the increased struggles the offense had under quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar, the costly turnovers, and the lack of support both received. We also highlight the ups and downs for […]
Steelers HC Mike McCarthy’s simple reaction to offensive struggles vs. Jets
Mike McCarthy didn’t hold back on the mistakes the Pittsburgh Steelers committed in their preseason loss to the New York Jets on Friday night. McCarthy is preparing for the first year of his head coaching stint with the Steelers. Following past destinations with the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys, the coach looks to […] The post Steelers HC Mike McCarthy’s simple reaction to offensive struggles vs. Jets appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Positional Grades: Steelers Vs. Jets
Well, that sure was a preseason game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets. After a fast start by the Jets, who marched down the field in 10 plays and capped a 69-yard scoring drive with a Geno Smith touchdown pass to tight end Jelani Woods, not much happened the rest of the game. […]
Elandon Roberts Makes Bold Declaration About Steelers Return
PITTSBURGH — Standing on the sidelines late into Friday night’s 17-0 preseason loss to the New York Jets, Pittsburgh Steelers […] The post Elandon Roberts Makes Bold Declaration About Steelers Return appeared first on Steelers Now .
‘Felt I Played Well’: Carson Bruener Happy With Strong Performance Against Jets
Viewed as primarily a special teams piece, Pittsburgh Steelers second-year inside linebacker Carson Bruener showed Friday night against the New York Jets at Acrisure Stadium that he can be a reliable defensive piece, too. In just nine defensive snaps in the second preseason game, Bruener finished with two tackles, one sack and one pass breakup, […]
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