Despite the record, the Jets could always rely on their defense to keep them competitive.
However, that has not been the case so far in 2025.
Through two games, the Jets’ defense ranks 23rd in yards and 30th in points allowed.
“It is definitely frustrating for sure,” Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner said. “Giving up [64] points in two games is crazy.
“So it is definitely frustrating and we gotta fix that for sure.”
Even with Aaron Glenn’s new coaching staff, including defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, the Jets’ defense was supposed to help carry the team during possible growing pains this season. They returned eight starters on a unit that has finished in the top five defensively the previous three seasons.
However, the Jets are giving up an average of 337 yards and 32 points per g