Die-hard New York Jets fans were familiar with most of the team’s biggest outside signings in free agency. But the one signing that made the majority of fans exclaim “Who?” was former Houston Texans edge rusher Jacob Martin.
The brother of former Jets defender Josh Martin, Jacob joined the Jets on a three-year, $13.5 million deal with $6 million guaranteed.
What are the Jets getting in the 26-year-old? Let’s dig into Martin’s strengths, weaknesses, and overall player profile.
Jacob Martin adds much-needed explosiveness to the Jets’ defense
The main goal for the defensive linemen in Robert Saleh and Jeff Ulbrich‘s Jets defense is simple: attack.