The New York Jets almost started their 2025 season with a bang. Facing off against Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers, New York found themselves in a tight shootout against the AFC North team. After Pittsburgh cut the Jets' lead to two points, Xavier Gipson fielded the kickoff to start New York's next offensive series.
Except, the Jets never got an opportunity to extend their lead. Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell punched the ball out from Gipson, and his team recovered the football to get the ball back. Rodgers and co. would not miss this opportunity, scoring a touchdown just two plays later to take the lead. The Steelers would go on to win 34-32 over the Jets.
Given how the game was going, that turnover was a key reason for the Jets' loss. On Wednesday, ESPN reports tha