The New York Jets needed a leader on defense who could lead with play and vocally. Enter Jamal Adams. His ability to lead made such an impact on scouts that “Natural-born leader of men” was the first thing listed in his strengths on his NFL.com draft profile.
He may be a rookie, but will immediately be a leader in the locker room. Not just vocally, but with his attitude and play.
Football is the ultimate team game. Every level of the defense has an impact on the other two. The Jets secondary allowed 30 touchdowns in 2016, and they only totaled 27 sacks.