The Week 1 showdown between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets was ultimately the best of the slate. A seesaw shootout with plenty of drama only added to the intriguing pregame storylines. This battle was spirited; it didn't feel like a regular-season opener, so much so that a result-altering miscue cost one player his job.
New York reportedly released wide receiver Xavier Gipson following their 34-32 loss to the Steelers (h/t Brian Costello of the New York Post). His fumbled kickoff return in the fourth quarter flipped the contest on its head, giving the Black and Gold life and an opportunity they seized.