Despite criticism, defensive back Sauce Gardner and the New York Jets defense still rank No. 2 in the NFL in opponent pass yards allowed per game.
Best in the game but still not satisfied.@JJettas2 pic.twitter.com/KgsiLYPalC
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) October 4, 2024
Gardner understands that covering Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson won’t be an easy tasks, but that’s why defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich is likely to blitz and use multiple coverage scheme.
The physicality at the line of scrimmage will dictate this game and if the Vikings pass protection can’t hold, that means Gardner won’t be stuck in man coverage long.
.@iamSauceGardner on going up against Minnesota’s WRs: “@D7_Reed and I love to compete.” pic.twitter.com/xSrbto6gC4
— New York Jets (@nyjets) October 4, 2024
While Gardner is an excellent defender, he’s an even better teammate, understanding his role in helping his unit yield coverage sacks with the assistance of defensive back D.J Reed.
Both Gardner and Reed’s excellence will be required for the Jets to win in London and everyone knows that starts with slowing down Jefferson.
Suiting up in white on white. pic.twitter.com/Vm9rohkpm1
— New York Jets (@nyjets) October 4, 2024
