Steelers' Will Howard throws two interceptions against Jets in preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:39 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
In a preseason match on August 21, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced the New York Jets. Steelers quarterback Will Howard, competing for a backup position, started the game and threw two interceptions in the first half. Howard completed 10 of 15 passes for 74 yards but did not lead a scoring drive. This marks a notable moment for the Jets, as they previously went through the entire 2025 season without an interception.
- •Will Howard starts for the Steelers in preseason game
- •Throws two interceptions in first half
- •Completes 10 of 15 passes for 74 yards
- •Jets did not record an interception last season
- •Preseason game took place on August 21
- 12:39 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers' Will Howard throws 2 preseason picks in first half vs. interception-starved Jets
"In 2025, New York became the first team in NFL history to go a full season without an interception.
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