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Defensive depth, especially in the secondary, is expected to be an area of need for the New York Jets after a year with zero interceptions.
Not that interceptions mean everything on the defensive side of the football, but I don’t think fans would hate the idea of improving the secondary or simply going out and landing a ballhawk.
One name that fits the mold, according to Connor Hughes of SNY, is veteran cornerback Amik Robertson.
“Robertson may not be the marquee name fans are hoping for, but he fits the profile of an Aaron Glenn player. Similar to Brandon Stephens – whom Glenn identified and helped turn into a productive contributor in 2025 – Robertson enjoyed a career year in 2024, earning a 63.3 defensive grade from Pro Football Focus,” Hughes wrote.
Per Hughes, the Jets like the guys on their roster, but there should never be a time when this team doesn’t look to add more talent.
“The Jets view Stephens as a potential starter next season and are high on Jarvis Brownlee in the nickel role. Robertson would provide another competitive, scheme-versatile cornerback as the team searches for higher-end playmakers in the draft,” Hughes added.
If signed, Robertson would likely have a chance to play instantly, giving the Jets experience while also having some young options to go with.
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