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Steelers shut out by Jets in preseason game on August 23

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Steelers shut out by Jets in preseason game on August 23

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a 17-0 defeat to the New York Jets in their second preseason game, played on August 23, 2026. The Steelers' offense struggled, receiving no excellent or great grades from Pro Football Focus, indicating a challenging performance. While the team had opportunities, they were unable to score against the Jets, raising questions about their offensive strategy moving forward. The preseason continues to be critical for team evaluation as they approach the regular season.

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Yahoo Sports Steelers Depot

By the Numbers

•Steelers lost 17-0 to Jets in preseason matchup.
•No players received excellent or great grades from Pro Football Focus.
•Game occurred on August 23, 2026.
•Performance raises concerns about the Steelers' offense.
•Preseason games are critical for team evaluation.

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6:26 PMYahoo Sports — Pro Football Focus: Best & worst grades for Jets offense against the Steelers
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What they're saying

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The Pittsburgh Steelers were shut out in their 17-0 loss to the New York Jets in their second preseason game. In this article I provide data from Pro Football Focus (PFF) and takeaways. Offense: Excellent (90-Plus Grades): NONE Great (80-Plus Grades): WR Isai…
— Steelers Depotby Clayton Eckert