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All the hubbub over a wasted Jets opportunity speaks to a bigger picture

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Cannizzaro, M. (2026, September 22). All the hubbub over a wasted Jets opportunity speaks to a bigger picture. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/09/22/sports/the-hubbub-over-a-wasted-jets-opportunity-speaks-to-a-bigger-picture/

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The article discusses the early momentum of the New York Jets during their home opener against the Green Bay Packers. With eleven minutes left in the game and the Jets leading 17-7 over a playoff team, the author considers the possibility that the Jets could start their season 2-0 for the first time in 11 years. The piece then shifts to reflect on how this initial optimism might change based on the outcome of the remaining minutes of the game.

Written by AI on 2026-09-23, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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### Game Summary

Date: September 20 (Week 2 of the NFL season)
Teams Involved: New York Jets vs. Green Bay Packers
Score: Packers won, 20-17 in overtime.
Location: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey.

### Key Events

The Jets started strong and built a 17-7 lead by the middle of the fourth quarter.
However, they lost control during the final minutes of regulation (second half of Q4) and went into overtime with a tied score at 17-all.
Green Bay managed to secure victory on a field goal after catching a big play early in OT, which led them to their winning kick.

### Players' Performances

Breece Hall: The Jets’ running back showed promise in the opening game against Tennessee by gaining 102 rushing yards and scoring one touchdown.
Geno Smith: He had key moments, including a crucial third-and-long conversion (a 16-yard pass to Garrett Wilson) that kept the Jets' offense alive late in regulation. However, his team ultimately faltered in securing a second consecutive win.

### Betting Insights

The Packers were favored by 3.5 points despite their loss to Minnesota.
BetMGM offered a promotion for users betting on this match-up, providing up to $1,500 back as a bonus if the first bet placed did not result in a win (using the code POSTBET).

### Viewing Options

TV: The game was televised nationally by FOX and locally by CBS.
Live Stream: Viewers could watch for free via DIRECTV's five-day trial service.

### Commentary and Analysis

Mark Cannizzaro of the New York Post highlighted the Jets' promising start but noted their inability to close out games, which resulted in a disappointing overtime loss despite having built a significant lead earlier in the game. The Packers’ ability to recover from an early deficit and capitalize on opportunities was key to securing their victory.

### Additional Resources

For more detailed analysis and updates, readers were directed to follow Brian Costello's content available through Sports+ subscriptions.

This summary encapsulates key aspects of the Jets-Packers matchup, performance highlights, betting information, viewing instructions, and post-game reactions from a sports journalism perspective.

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Eleven minutes and change remained in the Jets home opener Sunday at MetLife Stadium. asserted

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The Jets had taken a 17-7 lead. asserted

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They were better than the Packers, a perennial playoff team, and it looked like they were en route to winning the game, about to start the season 2-0 for the first time in 11 years. asserted

they → look → years

Take flight with the Jets Text with Brian Costello all season as he brings Sports+ subscribers the latest Jets intel from on the field and off. asserted

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The Jets, dare we say, are looking like a rather solid professional NFL outfit at the moment. asserted

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