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Azareye'h Thomas Jets Cornerback
New York Jets cornerback Azareye'h Thomas emerges as key defensive player after injury recovery.
In brief
New York Jets cornerback Azareye'h Thomas emerges as key defensive player after injury recovery. New York Jets cornerback Azareye'h Thomas has become the team's top defensive player after recovering from a shoulder injury, ranking fourth in passing yards allowed per game. Originally reported by New York Post.
Jets draft pick
The Jets used their second-round draft pick on D’Angelo Ponds, a national champion who drew comparisons to Aaron Glenn.
Free agent signing
They signed free agent Nahshon Wright, who led the NFL with eight individual takeaways last season and earned a Pro Bowl nod.
Thomas emerges
Second-year cornerback Azareye'h Thomas has been a key component for a defense that ranks fourth in passing yards allowed per game (175).
Performance metrics
Thomas broke up two passes in Sunday’s win over Cleveland, giving him five through five games while allowing just one reception for 8 yards.
Injury recovery
Thomas appeared in 12 games last season, making five starts after Sauce Gardner was traded, before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury.
Number change
Thomas ditched the No. 23 in favor of No. 1, which was most recently held by the one-time Jets franchise cornerback.
What it means
New York Jets cornerback Azareye'h Thomas has become the team's top defensive player after recovering from a shoulder injury, ranking fourth in passing yards allowed per game.
