New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas’ staff has deep roots in the Indianapolis Colts organization, thus explaining the in-season additions of Indianapolis near-misses like cornerback Nate Hairston (ranked #46) and safety Matthias Farley.
The latter, a Charlotte-bred Notre Dame product, is regarded for his locker room presence, his on-field instincts, and his leadership abilities.
The converted wide receiver who went undrafted in 2016, signed a UDFA deal with the Arizona Cardinals. Weeks later, the Colts scooped him up, and after 37 games over three years — much of those games in 2017 replacing the injured Malik Hooker — the Colts tried to sneak Farley through September 1, 2019 waivers.