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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – SEPTEMBER 24: Jamal Adams #33 of the New York Jets reacts against the Miami Dolphins during the first half of an NFL game at MetLife Stadium on September 24, 2017 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images) /

Safety. New York Jets. Jamal Adams. 9. player. 30.

Jamal Adams’ reputation coming out of college was that of an instant hit in the NFL at the safety position. Through three games, he’s proving that reputation is much more than just hyperbole.

Jamal Adams is already one of the best safeties in the NFL. Can do it all, deep half, edge, centerfield and get after the passer. #Jets pic.twitter.com/snSd71gORu
— ESNY (@EliteSportsNY) September 24, 2017

Adams’ all-around excellence helped the Jets to an early season win, breaking the 0 win predictions of many analysts and pundits.

The Jets may not have the most talented roster in the league, but with a guy like Adams, they have a franchise cornerstone from which to build. He excels in all areas of the game defensively, and that shows off his superior football IQ as he’s able to consistently put himself in position to make plays.

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