Jets bench starter Andre Cisco as Dane Belton takes safety role in Steelers game

In a shift during the August 21 preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the New York Jets benched starting safety Andre Cisco in favor of Dane Belton. Belton, who joined the Jets on a one-year, $4 million contract after a breakout season with the Giants, has emerged as a strong candidate for the starting position opposite Minkah Fitzpatrick. Sources indicate Belton has excelled in training camp and preseason performances, showcasing improved skills. While Cisco's role may now be diminished, reports suggest he is not fully out of the mix, with potential use in three-safety formations alongside both Belton and Fitzpatrick going forward.

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