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New York Jets: 7 Training Camp Battle Projections

By Maurice Moton

May 25, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Jets cornerback Marcus Williams (20) during OTA at Atlantic Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports
May 25, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Jets cornerback Marcus Williams (20) during OTA at Atlantic Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports /
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New York Jets strong safety Marcus Williams (20) smiles after a defensive play during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. The Texans defeated the Jets 24-17
Nov 22, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; New York Jets strong safety Marcus Williams (20) smiles after a defensive play during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. The Texans defeated the Jets 24-17. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /

Position: No. 2 Cornerback

Projected Favorite: Marcus Williams

Currently, the coaching staff seems satisfied with cornerback Marcus Williams defending on the outside in sub-packages, per Slater. Buster Skrine remains the preferable choice on the perimeter in base defense.

The Jets didn’t exercise cornerback Dee Milliner’s fifth-year option, putting him in a high-pressure scenario to produce on the field.

He’s turned to yoga to improve his body conditioning, per the team’s official website. The 2013 first-round pick has played 21 out of 48 possible games. He’s not expected to become a major contributor and likely sits at No. 4 on the cornerback depth chart.

It’s an overdue ascension for Williams, who impressed within a poor secondary during the 2014 season. Then, he led the team in interceptions (six) and passes defensed (10) during the previous year. He certainly earned his spot on the outside opposite Darrelle Revis. He’ll continue to exceed expectations throughout training camp, preseason and the regular season.

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