D'Angelo Ponds pressures Jarvis Brownlee for Jets' nickel corner role

New York Jets rookie cornerback D'Angelo Ponds is set to challenge Jarvis Brownlee Jr. for the nickel cornerback position heading into the 2026 NFL season. Brownlee, acquired midseason last year, played both inside and outside but is now expected to take on a more focused role at nickel. Jets' head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed that Ponds will start at nickel during OTAs, allowing for a strategic evaluation before potentially moving him outside. Known for his high football IQ, Ponds is anticipated to apply significant pressure on Brownlee during training camp.

• 2:54 PMYahoo Sports — Jets rookie D'Angelo Ponds should put fast pressure on Jarvis Brownlee