Jets show patience with cornerback D'Angelo Ponds amid struggles

The New York Jets express the need for patience with rookie cornerback D'Angelo Ponds following a lack of impact through the first six weeks of the NFL season. Selected 50th overall, Ponds has seen limited action, playing just 34 defensive snaps and recording poor performance metrics. He received a grade of 26.7, the lowest among all cornerbacks who have appeared this season. Reasons include an injury that limited his preseason participation, resulting in him not making his debut until Week 3. The Jets are committed to supporting his development despite current frustrations.

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