Every sports fan has “their guys.” You know, the players you hold in a significantly higher regard than the consensus.
Just about one year ago, I listed off “my guys” on the New York Jets heading into the 2024 season. I chose three players: John Simpson, Will McDonald, and Chuck Clark.
It’s safe to say that I went 2-for-3. Simpson fulfilled my prediction of becoming a top 10-to-15 left guard in the NFL. McDonald had the double-digit sack breakout that I expected. Clark was the lone miss, as he had a forgettable season as one of the Jets’ starting safeties.