In a sport where "the next man up" is a catchphrase -- and a reality -- few units on the Jets have lived with that reality this season more than the defensive backfield.

The lone constant has been CB Brandon Stephens (10 games, 10 starts), who signed with the Jets in free agency and returns to Baltimore for Sunday's game after playing four seasons with the Ravens. But there's been a swirl of changes, injuries and new faces.

S Andre Cisco (torn pectoral muscle) has been ruled out for the season. Slot corner Michael Carter II was traded to Philadelphia, followed by CB Sauce Gardner's trade to Indianapolis. Rookie Azareye'h Thomas , who spotted Gardner after an injury and then stepped in as the starter, is expected to be back after spending time in the concussion protocol. Jarvis Bro

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