They say that quarterback is the most important position in football, but the traits that make a good one are helpful at every other position, too. The New York Jets know this, and that’s why they’re happy to have that kind of player at multiple spots on both sides of the ball.
Along the defensive line, that title goes to Henry Anderson, who is transitioning to a new scheme this season under new defensive coordinator Gregg Williams.
Jets defensive line coach Andre Carter says Anderson brings all those integral abilities to his position in the trenches (via team reporter Olivia Landis):
He’s one of those players that you always want.