Jets fail to hold double-digit lead against Packers in overtime loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The New York Jets were unable to maintain a double-digit lead in the fourth quarter, allowing the Green Bay Packers to score the final 13 points of the game, including a game-winning field goal in overtime. The Jets led 14-7 entering the fourth quarter but missed a chance to increase their lead, converting just four yards on a critical fourth-down attempt. Green Bay tied the game at 17, and the overtime featured a questionable play call by the Jets, who opted to start with the ball despite their strong defensive showing prior. Penalties further hampered the Jets' efforts, ultimately leading to the Packers' victory.
- •Jets led 14-7 before allowing 13 points to Packers.
- •New York missed opportunities to extend their lead in the fourth quarter.
- •Jets' decision to start overtime with the ball was controversial.
- •A late hit penalty by Jarvis Brownlee put Packers in field goal range.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — How Jets blew double-digit lead to Packers as Green Bay avoids 0-2 start
"The Packers were on the doorstep of an 0-2 start before the Jets unraveled.
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