The New York Jets ’ defensive woes have been one of the most disappointing storylines of the 2025 season. Sitting at 0-6 and searching for any kind of momentum, the team did get a glimmer of hope with the return of linebacker Jermaine Johnson , who rejoined the lineup in Week 6 after missing three games due to an ankle injury.

Johnson’s comeback was seen as a crucial step for a struggling defense that had failed to generate a single takeaway through five games while allowing more than 30 points per outing.

The Jets’ defensive players even held a meeting before their trip to London to address accountability and effort issues that had plagued the unit. “We have to be better. We can’t be the reason we lose,” Johnson said ahead of the matchup with Denver. “Coach AG has our back. We have

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