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Nahshon Wright joins Jets after team's interception-less season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 8:37 PM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Nahshon Wright joins Jets after team's interception-less season
Summary

Nahshon Wright has signed a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the Jets, who finished the 2025 season without a single interception. After recording five interceptions with the Bears last season, Wright aims to bolster a Jets secondary that made NFL history. The Jets also acquired safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and drafted cornerback DeAngelo Ponds for added depth. Wright expressed confidence in turning over a new leaf with the team, emphasizing the importance of being on the field and the trust of the coaching staff.

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  • •Wright had only one interception in his first four NFL seasons.
  • •The Jets set a record in 2025 by finishing without interceptions.
  • •Wright had eight takeaways last season, the highest in the league.
  • •He played 97 percent of defensive snaps for the Bears last year.
  • •Wright believes playing time boosts his confidence and performance.
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  • 8:37 PMYahoo Sports — Nahshon Wright: Jets are "turning over a new leaf" after interception-less season
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Nahshon Wright had only one interception in his first four seasons.

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