The New York Jets’ historic stretch without recording an interception came to an end in Week 4 when they faced the Chicago Bears. The team had gone the entire 2025 season without intercepting a single pass, establishing an NFL record under first-year head coach Aaron Glenn. The interceptionless streak carried into the current season, reaching 20 games across the first three weeks before finally being broken on Sunday.
The pivotal play occurred when Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent attempted a play-action pass over the middle of the field intended for tight end Colston Loveland. Jets safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, a five-time Pro Bowl selection, stepped in front of the receiver and intercepted the pass. The throw appeared to have a slight wobble, which enabled Fitzpatrick to position himself to make the play.
The last interception by the Jets prior to this one came in Week 18 of the 2024 season when they picked off Miami Dolphins quarterback Tyler Huntley. The Jets recorded two interceptions in that game. New York capitalized on Fitzpatrick’s takeaway by converting it into three points on a 36-yard field goal by kicker Jason Sanders. The team’s defense may look to build momentum from the play and generate additional takeaways moving forward.
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