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Who's rising and who's falling after the Steelers' second preseason game against the Jets? - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The Pittsburgh Steelers' second preseason game against the Jets has left the team's quarterback situation in flux.

By · Published August 24, 2026  05:56 UTC · Updated August 26, 2026  00:27 UTC

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The Pittsburgh Steelers lost their second preseason game against the New York Jets. The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 7 distinct news outlets with 10 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 28.
  • Primary Driver: The Pittsburgh Steelers' second preseason game against the Jets has left the team's quarterback situation in flux.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers lost their second preseason game against the New York Jets, 17-0. The Jets' offense, led by Geno Smith, dominated the game, shutting out the Steelers. The Jets' victory was fueled by a strong start from Smith, who completed several key passes. The Steelers' quarterbacks, Will Howard and Allar, struggled, with Howard throwing two interceptions in the first half.

The Steelers' loss has raised questions about the team's quarterback depth. Howard's performance has drawn particular scrutiny, with some outlets suggesting his roster spot could be in jeopardy. The New York Times noted the promise shown by the Jets' offense, while ESPN and NBC Sports focused on the struggles of the Steelers' quarterbacks. The Jets' victory has been attributed to their strong offensive performance, particularly Smith's play.

The Steelers' struggles have been attributed to their quarterbacks' performance, with Howard's two interceptions being a significant factor. The current state of the Steelers' quarterback situation remains uncertain, with Howard's future on the team in question.

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The obvious questions

Who won the second preseason game between the Steelers and the Jets?

The New York Jets won the game, 17-0.

How did the Steelers' quarterbacks perform?

The Steelers' quarterbacks, Will Howard and Allar, struggled. Howard threw two interceptions in the first half.

What was the key factor in the Jets' victory?

The Jets' victory was fueled by a strong start from quarterback Geno Smith, who completed several key passes.

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NFL Pittsburgh Steelers New York Jets Geno Smith Will Howard Preseason

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