The Buffalo Sabres ended its 14-season playoff drought. Which North American pro sports team has the longest drought now?
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The New York Jets have extended their NFL-worst active playoff drought to 15 seasons after being eliminated from playoff contention with a 34-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins. The Jets now hold the longest ongoing playoff absence among major men's sports leagues in North America, surpassing the Buffalo Sabres' 14-season drought.
The New York Jets were eliminated from playoff contention with a 34-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins. This extends their NFL-worst active playoff drought to 15 seasons. The Jets broke their tie with the Buffalo Sabres for the longest ongoing playoff absence. The Atlanta Falcons are the next closest NFL team with eight consecutive years without a postseason appearance. The Jets' loss was marked by a poor start, with the Dolphins taking a 21-0 lead in the first quarter. The Jets' quarterback Tyrod Taylor was injured, and undrafted rookie Brady Cook took over, leading the offense to just 207 total yards.
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