Jets need to use Ashtyn Davis’ aggression to their advantage (Film)

Contrary to what people thought he was coming out of Cal, Ashtyn Davis is an aggressive, physical player. The New York Jets must use him accordingly. Continuing my series of breakdowns on the New York Jets‘ safeties, it’s finally time for Ashtyn Davis. The Jets’ second-round pick from the 2020 NFL draft, Davis had an up-and-down rookie season – which is exactly what you would expect from a rookie defensive back playing on a 2-14 football team.  Marcus Maye Lamarcus Joyner Gregg Williams deployed Davis everywhere. His skill-set variety allowed the former Jets defensive coordinator to turn Davis into a game plan-oriented player: the other team’s strength dictated Davis’ role. Against Kansas City, Davis played a lot of snaps deep, since the Jets favored two-deep looks due to their fear of the Chiefs’ chunk-taking passing game. Against New England, Davis was as close to the ball as he could be, because Williams knew New England’s game plan would be running oriented. Against Las Vegas and Miami, the Jets faced te