One of the New York Jets’ more interesting camp battles is along their defensive line. With Haason Reddick out, several edge rushers are getting more reps than they would normally be. Additionally, since the Jets generally carry 9 or 10 defensive linemen, at least one or two spots are up for grabs.
Among those fighting for roster spots, Leonard Taylor III, Eric Watts, Braiden McGregor, and Takk McKinley played in the first preseason game. Will McDonald, Micheal Clemons, and Leki Fotu also got a few reps. Tanzel Smart, Bruce Hector, and Jalyn Holmes saw time on the Jets last season, but they’re not realistic candidates to make the 53-man roster, so I won’t include them.