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The New York Jets have bolstered their defense by trading edge rusher Jermaine Johnson to the Tennessee Titans for defensive tackle TVondre Sweat. Sweat, a massive 64 and 366 lbs, brings proven college dominance and NFL experience to the Jets. Known for his run stopping and pass rushing skills, Sweat has started 28 of 29 games over two seasons with the Titans. His role has primarily been over the guards, with increasing time at nose tackle. Fans and analysts see this as a win for the Jets run defense, which struggled in 2025. Sweats tackling is exceptional, with a tiny missed tackle rate far below average. He consistently frees up teammates for plays and holds his own in pass situations, posting solid pressure numbers. Sweat missed five games early in 2025 with an ankle issue but bounced back strong. For the Jets three-four scheme, Sweat looks like a perfect plug-and-play at nose tackle, swapping a solid edge guy for a high-upside interior force that could transform their front.

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