Brian Baldinger praises D'Angelo Ponds as fit for Jets scheme
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:21 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Brian Baldinger has expressed confidence in New York Jets rookie D'Angelo Ponds following a film breakdown. Ponds, selected in the second round of the recent draft, faces skepticism about his size but has shown significant competitiveness on the field. Baldinger highlighted Ponds' physical style of play and ability to attack the football, aligning with Jets head coach Aaron Glenn's defensive approach. Training camp will determine Ponds' role in the Jets' revamped secondary, with expectations of a competitive battle ahead.
- •Brian Baldinger highlights Ponds' competitiveness and tackling ability.
- •Ponds was drafted in the second round by the Jets.
- •Concerns about Ponds' size are overshadowed by his play style.
- •Jets have a revamped secondary, increasing competition for Ponds.
- •Training camp will ultimately determine Ponds' role.
- 1:21 PMYahoo Sports — Brian Baldinger explains why D'Angelo Ponds is an excellent Jets scheme fit
"Physicality, not measurables, is why Brian Baldinger believes D'Angelo Ponds can exceed expectations.
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