Jets UDFA DB Dean Clark is underdog worth watching
Clark agreed to an undrafted deal with the Jets that guaranteed him $160,000. Jets GM Darren Mougey likely faced competition for his signature and made him a strong offer. It increases Clark's chances to make the 53-man roster coming out of training camp.
Clark posted phenomenal numbers at Fresno State's pro day. Clark has decent size at 6-foot, 208 pounds. He ran the 40-yard dash in a stellar 4.51 seconds, and also leaped a 41-inch vertical and 11-foot broad jump at his pre-draft athletic showcase. He wasn't invited to the NFL combine.
Clark began his collegiate career at Kent State. He experienced a breakout season in 2021, recording 117 tackles. After missing the majority of 2022, he transferred to Fresno State ahead of 2023. Clark was productive in two seasons at Fresno State, posting 146 tackles, four interceptions, and nine pass breakups.
The Jets are deep at safety. Veterans Tony Adams and Andre Cisco are penciled into starting roles. Rookie fourth-rounder Malachi Moore is likely the top rotational option off the bench. Jarius Monroe and Jaylin Simpson are also contending for roster spots. Clark has his work cut out for him, but the rookie UDFA possesses the athleticism and production to make an impression at camp.
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