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Aug 11, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets defensive tackle Leonard Williams (92) sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) during the first half of the preseason game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports /

Leonard Williams (New York Jets)

Talk surrounding the defense for the New York Jets has centered on two players of late. There was Muhammad Wilkerson, the Pro Bowl defensive end who looked like he might be leaving after 2016. He has since signed a new contract. Then it’s Darrelle Revis, still one of the top cornerbacks in football. In such cases it’s easy to forget about a talented young player like Leonard Williams, whom many felt was the best overall prospect in the 2015 NFL draft.

He finished with three sacks last season and was a solid presence against the run. To think he’ll be more experienced and smarter this year is a scary thought. Of course one also forgets he’s under Todd Bowles as head coach, one of the better defensive minds in the game. Williams has everything going his way. It’s just a matter of him staying healthy and getting more snaps on the defensive front. Almost a certainty after the departure of Damon Harrison.

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