Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season brought a tough loss for the New York Jets against the Pittsburgh Steelers, creating ripples beyond just the scoreboard. Aaron Glenn’s team decided to release a receiver after a costly mistake and signed a new weapon for Justin Fields, bringing in a player who could have previously played alongside Joe Burrow with the Cincinnati Bengals.

The Jets lost their season opener despite holding a 26-17 lead in the third quarter. Among the key errors was a kickoff return fumble by Xavier Gipson, which allowed the Steelers to score quickly. The receiver, in his third season in New York, was subsequently released.

With a roster spot open, the Jets acted quickly. The organization targeted a player from the Bengals who had the potential to have played with Burrow. The ho

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