Jets Blog: Jets-Steelers AFC Championship Preview
Is this finally the year? We'll find out on Sunday as the Jets play in the AFC Championship Game for the fourth time when they take on the Steelers at Heinz Field.
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Is this finally the year? We'll find out on Sunday as the Jets play in the AFC Championship Game for the fourth time when they take on the Steelers at Heinz Field.
As Jets fans across the Tri-State prep for Sunday night's AFC Championship game, there's one family on Long Island that's already set for their beloved Gang Green.
In Pittsburgh's sea of black and gold, Jets fans were making their landing. By mid-afternoon Saturday, it was a show of green and white invading the Steel City.
As the Jets got ready for their Sunday showdown against the Steelers, fans showered their team with support Saturday morning before Gang Green headed to Pittsburgh.
The NFL's final four teams have a strong connection to the big game, from the first champion (Green Bay Packers) to the winner of perhaps the most significant game (New York Jets).
Every coach who makes his way onto an NFL staff knows how to draw up a scheme. But real schemers — the ones clever or calculating enough to sell the blueprint to their players week in and week out — are rare.
Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg have wagered volunteer work on this weekend's win-or-go-home battle for a spot in Super Bowl XLV in Dallas.
Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez won't shave his beard. Coach Rex Ryan won't clean a stain on his jacket. So is this the Jets' best weapon -- superstitions?
The search for Jets fans in Pittsburgh continued Friday and we found Gang Green faithful entrenched well behind enemy lines as the seconds click down toward the AFC Championship game on Sunday night.
The coach known for his creative inspirational techniques was just making the point that the Jets don't need any extra motivation in Sunday's AFC championship game.
Jets defensive end Shaun Ellis sat out practice Friday with a knee ailment, but coach Rex Ryan said he'll play in the AFC championship game against the Steelers.
Jets defensive end Mike DeVito and injured Jets offensive lineman Damien Woody joined Benigno & Roberts on Friday afternoon to discuss New York's chances of winning the AFC Championship Game in Pittsburgh.
In a season when both conference title games feature No. 2 seeds and against No. 6s, it's foolish to discount the Jets in Sunday night's AFC championship.
"Fireman Ed" Anzalone joined Boomer & Carton on Friday morning to lead the WFAN studio in his trademark "J-E-T-S" chant ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In the two years since Rex Ryan took over as head coach of the Jets he has provided a full catalog of classic moments. Here is a list of his top 10 quotes...
Being black & gold in a green land I feel slightly surrounded, an odd but fun week when my friends are foes. That said, it's your town, your team, and your time. So why not give you, the fan, your moment?
As was to be expected, today's edition of the Boomer & Carton Morning Extravaganza was all about the J-E-T-S Jets-Jets-Jets, as Gang Green prepares to avenge last year's loss to the Colts by beating the Steelers in the AFC Championship.
Shaun Ellis has been with the Jets longer than anyone on the team, a guy who has dreamed of getting to the Super Bowl throughout his 11 NFL seasons. They're one win away — again — with only the Pittsburgh Steelers standing in their way.
Jets safety James Ihedigbo joined Boomer & Carton on Friday morning to give the guys some insight into New York's state of mind heading into Sunday's AFC Championship Game. Afterward, cornerback Drew Coleman called in to dissect the Pittsburgh Steelers.
"Honestly, once I found out that they clinched a playoff spot, I had some time to kill and I had this beat lying around that I felt really good about," said Matt Fox.
Are you ready, Jets fans? Here we go, we're merely two days away from Gang Green's chance to beat down the Pittsburgh Steelers and finally make it back to the Super Bowl.
Jets fans are certainly no strangers to stress. Mix that with a big game and you could have cause for concern.
Special teams coordinator Mike Westhoff said Brad Smith "absolutely" will return kicks Sunday night — barring a setback — after missing the game against the Patriots with a strained groin.
Fourteen seasons into his NFL career, James Farrior has come full circle in Pittsburgh. The former first-round draft pick of the New York Jets has morphed into the Steelers' sage veteran in his seventh year as captain.
The rundown for Jets-Steelers nearly always begins with the names Polamalu and Harrison, Revis and Scott. Fair enough. Look at the other side of the ball, though, and the list is just as impressive: Roethlisberger, Ward and Wallace; Tomlinson, Holmes and an emerging Sanchez.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's transmission tower, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Local and federal officials are ramping up security for the huge Fourth of July celebration in New York City.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's transmission tower, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
Local and federal officials are ramping up security for the huge Fourth of July celebration in New York City.
Prosecutors across New York City say they're fighting back against an increase in crimes involving cryptocurrency, but it appears they have their work cut out for them.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
A coach bus slammed into a car, flipped over and hit two other cars on Monday night near the Greenpoint Avenue exit on the Long Island Expressway.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
After lengthy and hard-fought negotiations, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and members of the City Council reached a budget deal Tuesday just hours before the deadline.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis was laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
Nolan McLean and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens both hit solo home runs and the Mets beat the Blue Jays 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night.
George Springer capitalized on two miscues to circle the bases, Trey Yesavage pitched into the seventh inning and the Blue Jays beat the bumbling Mets 2-1 on Monday night.
Jarren Duran singled home the winning run to cap a three-run rally in the 10th inning, and the Red Sox finished a four-game sweep of the rival Yankees with a 5-4 victory Sunday night.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
There is a heavy police presence around the Empire State Building and many spectators on the ground taking pictures after two people climbed to the very top. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports from the scene.
One person proposed to another after the two climbed to the very top of the Empire State Building on Wednesday afternoon.
The plan includes thousands of officers on duty, specialized teams and security checkpoints to enter viewing areas. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The Mosholu Parkway southbound ramp is closed due to police activity Wednesday afternoon.
Two people climbed the Empire State Building in Manhattan and flew a banner at the very top on Wednesday afternoon.
