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NFL Network faces backlash for broadcasting Jets-Steelers over Packers-Broncos

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 8:01 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

NFL Network faces backlash for broadcasting Jets-Steelers over Packers-Broncos

Summary

The NFL preseason continued with three games on Friday night, including a matchup between the New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers. The Jets led at 17-0, but fan outrage centered on NFL Network's decision to prioritize the Jets-Steelers broadcast, missing the early action of the Packers-Broncos game. Key young quarterbacks played for both teams, but viewers were frustrated as they saw mostly backups in the Jets-Steelers game instead of starting players. The Packers later defeated the Broncos 33-13, ending Denver's eight-game preseason winning streak.

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By the Numbers

•Jets lead Steelers 17-0 in ongoing preseason matchup.
•NFL Network criticized for skipping Packers-Broncos early moments.
•Fans express frustration over network's broadcast choices.
•Packers win against Broncos, ending Denver's preseason streak.
•Preseason games critical for player evaluations and team depth.

Latest Updates

8:01 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Must Be Run by Unpaid Interns’ — Fans Furious As NFL Network Sticks With Jets-Steelers Instead of Showing Packers-Broncos

What they're saying

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The NFL preseason rolled on Friday night with a three-game slate featuring six teams in action. Fans got another chance to watch teams like the New York Jets, Pittsburgh Steelers, Green Bay Packers, and Denver Broncos, but it was the NFL Network’s broadcast time allocation that drew criticism from the NFL community.
— Yahoo Sports

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