Jets prepare defense for challenge against Packers in Week 2
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 2:32 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The New York Jets are set to face the Green Bay Packers in Week 2 after a dominant defensive showing in Week 1. The Jets limited the Tennessee Titans to 10 points and under 200 yards. They will rely on key players, including rookie David Bailey, who had his first career sack, T'Vondre Sweat, a strong presence in the trenches, and Andre Cisco, who steps in for injured veteran Minkah Fitzpatrick. The matchup presents a significantly tougher challenge against Packers quarterback Jordan Love and the team's passing attack.
- •Jets defeated Titans 10-0 in Week 1.
- •David Bailey credited with first sack in NFL.
- •T'Vondre Sweat expected to impact the defensive line.
- •Andre Cisco replaces Minkah Fitzpatrick, who is injured.
- •Match against Packers poses a significant challenge.
- 2:32 PMYahoo Sports — 3 potential X-factors for the Jets defense vs. Packers in Week 2
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