Interesting yet Unsurprising Trend Emerges With Jets UDFAs
Every year we like to sit around and dissect not only the Jets draft class, but the undrafted free agents that they add in the days that follow. One thing that emerged this year was a clear attempt by the Jets to add players whose versatility could add value.
As we discussed on this episode of JetNation Radio, by adding linebackers Jared Bartlett and Aaron Smith along with defensive backs Jordan and Dean Clark (no relation), versatility was a priority for Gang Green.
Dean Clark, the Fresno State defender is probably the most versatile of the group. During his final collegiate season, he played 410 snaps at free safety, 264 snaps in the box and another 105 snaps in the slot according to PFF.com.
Fresno State safety Dean Clark has impressive athletic traits and plays with his hair on fire. Has a chance to make a @nyjets roster with little proven talent at safety.
Should also be a factor on special teams. pic.twitter.com/wFlnIn7YJK
— Glenn Naughton (@JNRadio_Glenn) April 27, 2025
While not as versatile as Dean Clark, Jordan Clark has been a very good slot corner who also has safety versatility which could bode well for him as the Jets lack proven players at the safety position.
Moving on to the front seven, Bartlett and Smith also offer quite a bit in terms of being able to fill multiple roles. This is especially the case for Bartlett who has played a great deal at both edge and inside linebacker.
@GoBearcatsFB LB Jared Bartlett landed with the @nyjets as an UDFA and one thing that pops on film is how well he closes. Once he’s locked on a target, he gets there in a hurry.
He’s yet another versatile piece on defense who has played LB and edge. pic.twitter.com/3lbJK09HVJ
— Glenn Naughton (@JNRadio_Glenn) May 5, 2025
Meanwhile, Smith is listed exclusively as a linebacker, but his coverage skills tell us he may be capable of more than a traditional “in the box” type. Last season at South Carolina State, Smith was used to line up as a slot defender in coverage 87 times. An impressive task for a 6′ 2” 218 pounder. With this being the case, it should come as no surprise that Smith is described as a linebacker who can line up with and cover tight ends and running backs in the 2025 Football Game Plan Draft Guide.
It will be quite some time before we know if these or any other undrafted free agents make the Jets roster, we do know that the team was sure to give themselves a chance to get a look at some depth pieces who may provide value in a variety of roles.
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