Jets" 14 worst games in playoff drought history
- The Jets have not made the playoffs since 2010, marking a 13-year drought.
- Several critical losses during this period have haunted the team, including a fumble in 2012 and a missed touchdown in 2014.
- With a talented roster and favorable schedule, the Jets aim to end their playoff drought in the upcoming season.
The New York Jets are currently facing the longest active playoff drought in the NFL, having not reached the postseason since their last playoff game in 2010, where they lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Championship. This 13-year absence from the playoffs is tied for the longest in the four major North American professional sports leagues. The Jets have had several heartbreaking moments during this drought, including a significant loss in 2012 when their playoff hopes ended due to a fumble in a crucial game. In 2014, a missed opportunity in a game against the Green Bay Packers highlighted the team's struggles, as a potential game-tying touchdown was nullified, leading to a losing streak that extended to seven games. The 2015 season saw the Jets on the brink of playoff contention, but they faltered in a decisive game against the Buffalo Bills, committing eight turnovers and ultimately missing the playoffs. The 2021 season was particularly notable as the Jets secured their first win, which ironically cost them the chance to draft the highly sought-after quarterback Trevor Lawrence. This season, the Jets are looking to turn the tide with a talented roster and a favorable schedule, aiming to break free from the shadows of their past failures. As they prepare for the 2024 season, the Jets have a golden opportunity to end their playoff drought and restore hope to their fanbase, who have endured years of disappointment and frustration.