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Coverage dated September 27, 2026

Jets comeback falls short, choke late again in 31-24 loss to Lions

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For a second straight week, the New York Jets lost a game late, though far more promise was shown in Sunday’s 31-24 loss to the Detroit Lions. Overturning a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit, Geno Smith began to look the part of Gang Green’s No.

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  1. New York Post

    Jets’ rally comes up short on late fumble in heart-pounding loss to Lions (opens New York Post)

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    The Jets fought the favored Lions from the back foot all game, but came up short in a riveting 31-24 loss Sunday at Ford Field.

  2. amNewYork

    Jets comeback falls short, choke late again in 31-24 loss to Lions (opens amNewYork)

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    For a second straight week, the New York Jets lost a game late, though far more promise was shown in Sunday’s 31-24 loss to the Detroit Lions. Overturning a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit, Geno Smith began to look the part of Gang Green’s No.