These are the Jets’ defensive tackles with Holmes’ call-up:
- Quinnen Williams
- Javon Kinlaw
- Solomon Thomas
- Leonard Taylor III
- Jalyn Holmes
In Minnesota, Holmes was primarily used as an EDGE rusher, but New York has implemented the 28-year-old on the line’s interior. Perhaps the versatility will increase his chances of sticking around the 2024 squad.
Meanwhile, New York’s defense was wonderful in 2024. It ranked third leaguewide per defensive DVOA. This season, however, the group ranks 23rd through two games, as the San Francisco 49ers sliced and diced New York’s defense in Week 1.

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