As the New York Jets prepare for their primetime season opener against the Detroit Lions in which they’ll showcase rookie QB Sam Darnold, history will not be on their side. For fans looking to forget the past of this franchise, such results don’t matter as they hope Darnold can begin a new era in Jets football.
This will be the fifth time that the Jets will open their season in prime time. The Jets will be looking for their first win in such games.
Here is a breakdown of the four previous games: