Jets mulling letting Sauce Gardner shadow No. 1 WRs more

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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- After a historic start to his career, New York Jets star Sauce Gardner is seeking a significant role adjustment in 2024.

Gardner, the first cornerback since the NFL/AFL merger in 1970 to make first-team All-Pro in each of his first two seasons, has told the coaching staff that he'd like to shadow the opponents' No. 1 wide receiver. To do that, he'd travel around the formation instead of remaining at his customary left-cornerback position -- which would be a philosophical departure for the Jets.

"I'm always looking forward to the challenge," Gardner said. "I'd like to call myself one of the best in the game, if not the best. I'm always open to…