Jets Defeat Steelers 17-0 in NFL Clash
Friday, August 21, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Acrisure Stadium
New York Jets 17, Pittsburgh Steelers 0, final. Our NFL picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
New York Jets beat Pittsburgh Steelers 17-0 at Acrisure Stadium on August 21, 2026.
Who was favored in New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Pittsburgh Steelers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In a surprising outcome, the New York Jets defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 17-0 at Acrisure Stadium. This result marks a significant moment for the Jets, who have struggled in recent matchups. The victory improves their record to 2-1, while the Steelers fall to 1-2. The Jets have now ended a six-game losing streak, showcasing a strong performance that contrasts sharply with their recent form.
The Steelers entered this game with a home record of 1-1 and had been on a two-game winning streak, averaging 22.3 points scored per game while allowing 20.1. Their last five games had seen them perform well, with an average of 23.4 points scored and only 17.0 allowed. However, the Jets, despite their away record of 1-1, had been struggling, losing six consecutive games and averaging just 14.8 points while allowing 30.6.
In terms of home and away performance, the Steelers had a solid home record of 4-1 over their last five home games, while the Jets had not won a game on the road, holding an away record of 0-5 in their last five away games. This context made the Jets' victory even more surprising.
The teams had previously met in the 2025 season, where the Steelers had won a close game 34-32. However, this time, the Jets managed to turn the tables decisively. The Jets' performance was bolstered by a strong defensive showing, which kept the Steelers scoreless throughout the game.
Injury reports indicated a challenging situation for both teams. The Steelers were without Jack Driscoll, who is on injured reserve, and Donte Kent, who was out due to an undisclosed injury. Additionally, Ben Skowronek, Michael Pittman Jr., and DK Metcalf were all listed as questionable, which could have impacted their offensive strategy. On the other hand, the Jets had Breece Hall and Isaiah Davis listed as questionable, while Tre Brown was on injured reserve and Tyler Baron was out due to a knee injury.
The betting odds from DraftKings had the Steelers favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 38.5. The odds reflected a belief that the Steelers would perform well at home, but the Jets' unexpected dominance rendered those predictions moot.
As for the conditions of the game, it was played under typical late summer weather, which did not seem to favor either team in particular. What viewers should have watched for included the Jets' ability to capitalize on the Steelers' mistakes and their defensive prowess, which ultimately led to a shutout.
This game will be a talking point for both teams moving forward, as the Jets look to build on this momentum and the Steelers must reassess their strategy after a disappointing home performance.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PIT -2.5 | 38.5 o -115 / u -105 | New York Jets +124 · Pittsburgh Steelers -148 |
Injury report
- Jack DriscollInjured ReserveUndisclosedPittsburgh Steelers
- Donte KentOutUndisclosedPittsburgh Steelers
- Ben SkowronekQuestionableConcussionPittsburgh Steelers
- Michael Pittman Jr.QuestionableHamstringPittsburgh Steelers
- DK MetcalfQuestionableUndisclosedPittsburgh Steelers
- Breece HallQuestionableGroinNew York Jets
- Isaiah DavisQuestionableKneeNew York Jets
- Tre BrownInjured ReserveUndisclosedNew York Jets
- Tyler BaronOutKneeNew York Jets
- D'Angelo PondsQuestionableCalfNew York Jets
Leaders
- Passing yardsDrew Allar11/23, 110 YDSPittsburgh Steelers
- Rushing yardsKaleb Johnson10 CAR, 39 YDSPittsburgh Steelers
- Receiving yardsLake McRee2 REC, 46 YDSPittsburgh Steelers
- Passing yardsCade Klubnik10/14, 75 YDSNew York Jets
- Rushing yardsChip Trayanum6 CAR, 20 YDSNew York Jets
- Receiving yardsQuincy Skinner Jr.4 REC, 47 YDS, 1 TDNew York Jets
Recent form
Pittsburgh Steelers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W222.3 scored · 20.1 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W28-9vs Green Bay PackersAug 13
- W26-24vs Baltimore RavensJan 5
- L6-13at Cleveland BrownsDec 28
- W29-24at Detroit LionsDec 21
- W28-15vs Miami DolphinsDec 16
- W27-22at Baltimore RavensDec 7
- L7-26vs Buffalo BillsNov 30
- L28-31at Chicago BearsNov 23
- W34-12vs Cincinnati BengalsNov 16
- L10-25at Los Angeles ChargersNov 10
New York Jets
Last 10: 2-8Streak L614.8 scored · 30.6 allowed per game0-5 away
- L16-24vs Tampa Bay BuccaneersAug 14
- L8-35at Buffalo BillsJan 4
- L10-42vs New England PatriotsDec 28
- L6-29at New Orleans SaintsDec 21
- L20-48at Jacksonville JaguarsDec 14
- L10-34vs Miami DolphinsDec 7
- W27-24vs Atlanta FalconsNov 30
- L10-23at Baltimore RavensNov 23
- L14-27at New England PatriotsNov 14
- W27-20vs Cleveland BrownsNov 9
Standings
| Team | Lost | Points against | Points for | Tied | Win % | Won | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo | 0 | 48 | 88 | 0 | 1.000 | 3 | 3-0 |
| New England | 1 | 71 | 50 | 1 | .500 | 1 | 1-1-1 |
| New York | 2 | 47 | 39 | 0 | .333 | 1 | 1-2 |
| Miami | 3 | 63 | 22 | 0 | .000 | 0 | 0-3 |
| Cincinnati | 0 | 36 | 73 | 0 | 1.000 | 3 | 3-0 |
| Baltimore | 0 | 13 | 78 | 0 | 1.000 | 3 | 3-0 |
| Cleveland | 2 | 78 | 54 | 0 | .333 | 1 | 1-2 |
| Pittsburgh | 2 | 54 | 55 | 0 | .333 | 1 | 1-2 |
Box score
| Stat | New York Jets | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 12 | 14 |
| First downs passing | 9 | 8 |
| First downs rushing | 3 | 6 |
| First downs by penalty | 0 | 0 |
| Third downs | 5-15 | 5-16 |
| Fourth downs | 1-2 | 0-2 |
| Offensive plays | 57 | 68 |
| Total yards | 288 | 242 |
| Yards per play | 5.1 | 3.6 |
| Drives | 11 | 11 |
| Net passing yards | 226 | 144 |
| Completions | 24/31 | 21/38 |
| Yards per pass | 6.8 | 3.4 |
| Interceptions thrown | 0 | 2 |
| Sacks allowed | 2-13 | 4-40 |
| Rushing yards | 62 | 98 |
| Rushing attempts | 24 | 26 |
| Yards per rush | 2.6 | 3.8 |
| Red zone trips | 1-1 | 0-2 |
| Penalties | 4-37 | 4-30 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 0 |
| Defensive touchdowns | 0 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 28:58 | 31:02 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Pittsburgh Steelers, below favours New York Jets.
Venue
- Acrisure StadiumPittsburgh, PA
- Attendance64497
- OfficialsCarl Johnson, Tab Slaughter, Justin Larrew, Jimmy Russell, Patrick Holt, Jason Ledet, Larry Smith
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