Dean Clark’s Battle for the Jets Safety Spot | New York Jets News

Training camp is where the Jets’ roster battle heats up, and safety Dean Clark is fighting for his job in a crowded secondary. After a rough 2023 season marked by zero interceptions and porous pass defense, the team brought in high-profile additions like Minkah Fitzpatrick and V.J. Payne — putting Clark’s spot in serious jeopardy. Last year, Clark clawed his way onto the roster via special teams after a solid preseason, but this time, he needs to prove he’s more than a special teams specialist. With Payne’s athleticism giving him the edge on defense, Clark must deliver standout defensive performances to earn the final safety spot — or risk being left behind again. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/94beec8942b1c7c0