A star defender at LSU, Adams parlayed a highlight-filled career for the Tigers into being the Jets’ No. 6 overall pick in the 2017 NFL draft. He’s already made one Pro Bowl appearance, and his experience against top competition in college has served him well at the pro level.
Adams will face even more challenges this season, with added pressure and expectations thanks to his performance thus far. He’s also learning a new scheme under Williams, who takes over the defense for new head coach Adam Gase.
So far, Adams is loving the new defense, along with Williams’ coaching style (via team reporter Olivia Landis):
He’s coaching us hard.