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Report: New York Jets In Running For CB Byron Jones

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New York Giants, Byron Jones, Dallas Cowboys

Byron Jones is a freak athlete at corner who has been a very good player in the NFL. As the Cowboys plan to prioritize Dak Prescott and Amari Cooper over him, he’s heading to free agency. The former all-star is expected to have lots of interest.

Jets In Running

Per Adam Schefter: The Jets, Eagles, Giants, and Raiders are all in the running for Byron Jones. Jones would immediately become the Jets number one cornerback and if paired with back issues. Jones would be an absolutely perfect fit with Jamal Adams and Marcus Maye because of how athletic the three are. Jones would be an ideal Gregg Williams player and if the Jets are going to splurge on a defensive player in free agency, Jones wouldn’t be a bad guy. The only concern that I have about making a move for Jones, is that the last big contract that the Jets handed out for a corner, didn’t end to well. If the Jets feel confident that Jones is an exception and will not come back to bite them in the butt than I am all for this move.

Where Will He Go?

Byron Jones is going to command a hefty deal. With Joe Douglas likely going to prioritize offensive line and building around Sam, I can’t see him in the green and white, although I would be thrilled. I do see him landing in Philly because they are in dire need of a number one corner and have the money to afford Jones.

New York Jets can have one of the best safeties duos in 2019

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New York Jets, Jamal Adams, Marcus Maye

Already having one of the most dynamic and versatile safeties in Jamal Adams only helps the New York Jets reach a level of quality the defense has struggled to maintain in recent years. Adding a healthy Marcus Maye to the mix could be the key to unlocking a dominant group in the secondary.

Adams’ aggressive style of play is impressive, as he’s capable of covering the length of the field and making plays in all facets of the game. Playing 137 snaps as an edge defender in 2018 gives him the skill-set to rush the passer. He also played 172 snaps at slot corner, 40 as a wide corner, and 489 snaps as a box safety and 281 deep.

According to PFF, Adams earned grades over 77.0 at every position metioned — he’s a true “swiss army knife.” Allowing just a 67.3 passer rating against him in coverage, he’s proved that he can be trusted against receivers and close to the line of scrimmage. Bringing back Maye from injury will only help him excel in his strengths.

While the 2017 second-round pick only played in six games and 392 snaps last year, he made his time on the field count. Earning a solid 81.7 overall grade with one interception and two passes defended, he’s a capable safety in the deep part of the secondary. Shining in coverage only break the surface of his potential, as he’s a sure tackler and cover-option alongside Adams.

Pairing the two will present the Jets with two fantastic safeties and ultimately lock down the secondary where the cornerbacks may struggle at times.

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Maye commented on his return from injury this season:

“You just have to be smart and practice like a professional, know the situations, play the game between your ears more,” Maye said in June, via the New York Jets website. “But once I get out there and get the green light, I’m definitely going to go.”

Shoulder and thumb ailments sent him to the injured reserve last season, and a fill bill of health in 2019 should see the defense excel to a point beyond their 24th ranking for pass-yards allowed.