When the New York Jets traded for Jowon Briggs ahead of the start of the regular season, they thought they thought they were getting a rotational run-stuffer who could help their defensive tackle depth.
A 2024 seventh-round pick, Briggs spent much of last season on the Cleveland Brown's practice squad, leaving expectations low. The unit, at the time, was anchored by superstar Quinnen Williams, but not much else supported him.
Trading Williams was one of two blockbuster, franchise-altering moves the team made at the deadline. While the trade brings seismic potential for the future, it opened a huge hole right in the middle of New York's defense.