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Robert Saleh trusts defensive coaches despite Jets' last-ranked unit

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 04: Michael Pittman #11 of the Indianapolis Colts carries the ball as C.J. Mosley #57 of the New York Jets defends during the second half at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 04, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) Credit: Getty Images/Justin Casterline

Robert Saleh said he wouldn’t take a bigger role in the Jets’ defensive game plan this week after the group was overmatched last week for the second time in three games.

Saleh, who made his name in the NFL as a defensive coordinator, already spends more time on that side of the ball than the offense.