Bless Austin #31 of the New York Jets during morning practice at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center on July 28, 2021 in Florham Park, New Jersey. Credit: Getty Images/Rich Schultz
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. —– Bless Austin doesn’t need any extra motivation. The Jets’ third-year cornerback is fired up from the moment he opens his eyes in the morning.
The ultra-confident Austin doesn’t derive any additional inspiration from hearing that the Jets’ weakest position is cornerback. He’s already driven to have his name mentioned among the best cornerbacks in the NFL.
"I think I’m the real deal," Austin said after Monday’s practice.