Jets defense struggles with low grades after loss to Lions in Week 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

The New York Jets suffered another setback in Week 3, falling to the Detroit Lions. A critical late-game sack-fumble by Geno Smith ended their hopes for a comeback. Pro Football Focus highlighted the underperformance of the Jets' defense, specifically citing the five lowest-graded players: Demario Davis, T'Vondre Sweat, Braiden McGregor, Jowon Briggs, and Jamien Sherwood. The Jets will look to recover as they prepare for their next match against the Chicago Bears, aiming to improve their record to 2-2.
- •Jets lost to the Lions in Week 3
- •Geno Smith's sack-fumble ended late-game rally
- •PFF listed five lowest-graded defensive players
- •Next game is against the Chicago Bears
- •Jets seek to improve to 2-2 in upcoming match
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — PFF: Worst grades for Jets defense against the Lions in Week 3
"Here are PFF's lowest-graded Jets on defense following New York's loss to the Lions in Week 3.
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