Jets get first interception since 2024!
One of the NFL’s longest, strangest streaks is finally over. The New York Jets have an interception. Last season, Aaron Glenn’s defense became the first in league history to go the entire season without an interception. The inability to generate a turnover sparked thousands of film breakdowns, and even found a way into the Los […]
The New York Jets have finally intercepted a pass after a record-breaking 636 attempts, ending one of the NFL's longest and most peculiar streaks. Last season, the Jets' defense, spearheaded by Aaron Glenn, went an entire season without recording an interception, causing widespread discussion and analysis. This lack of a turnover led to numerous film breakdowns and even made an appearance in the Los Angeles Chargers' annual schedule release video.
As the 2026 NFL season commenced, the Jets continued to struggle with getting that first interception. Early in a Week 4 matchup against the Chicago Bears, they nearly secured a turnover, but it was negated by a penalty on the defense. However, their patience paid off when Minkah Fitzpatrick intercepted a pass from Tyson Bagent in the second quarter, marking the Jets' first interception since January 2024.
This comeback comes after Fitzpatrick also intercepted Tyler Huntley twice during the Jets' victory over the Miami Dolphins in the 2024 season finale. It has now been 20 games since the Jets last recorded an interception.
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