Jets' defense faces strong challenge against Lions on Sunday

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Jets' defense faces strong challenge against Lions on Sunday
Summary

The New York Jets prepare to take on the Detroit Lions on Sunday, aiming to build on their strong defensive performance. New York leads the NFL with the top-ranked defense, having limited opponents to a total of 394 yards over the first two weeks of the season. If they can keep the Lions under 200 yards, they would join a select group in the Super Bowl era. The Lions have shown offensive prowess, scoring 369 yards against the Saints and 355 against the Bills. Jets coach Aaron Glenn’s prior experience with the Lions may inform their strategy as both teams seek a better record after early season struggles.

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  • •Jets have extended record to 19 games without an interception.
  • •Jets held Titans to 195 total yards in Week 1.
  • •Jets limited Packers to 199 yards in Week 2.
  • •Lions averaged 362 yards over the first two games this season.
  • •The matchup could define Jets' defensive reputation early this season.
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  • 2:44 PMYahoo Sports — Jets' suddenly stout defense gets a big test at Lions
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Although the Jets have extended the record for games without an interception to 19, their defense has quietly become stout.

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