One drive enough for Jets' QB | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Geno Smith’s left ankle looked good enough for a short tune-up, and the Jets needed just one drive to set the tone in an exhibition against the Steelers. Smith, who sat out New York’s preseason opener to rest the ankle, completed all seven passes for 65 yards. His final throw—13 yards—came on a flip to tight end Jelani Woods for a touchdown as New York won 17-0 on Friday night. The Jets needed 10 plays for a 69-yard opening drive and improved after a tough 2025 defensive season. Rookie edge rusher David Bailey, the No. 2 pick, recorded an 11-yard loss on Will Howard. New York also picked off Howard twice in the first half, including interceptions by Andre Cisco and Samuel Womack, while the defense limited Pittsburgh’s young quarterbacks.