Jets should pursue Trumaine Johnson in free agency

The New York Jets are in dire need of infusing their defensive secondary with a better cornerback or two this offseason. Trumaine Johnson would be exactly what the Jets need and then some.

Last season, the cornerback situation of the New York Jets left much to be desired. They had spurts of playing well defensively thanks to Morris Claiborne and at times Buster Skrine. Unfortunately for both, they weren’t consistent when it came to covering opposing receiving options and got burned a lot of times by tight ends or speedy players.

Let’s face it, Skrine isn’t a true No. 1 cornerback since he struggled all season long to be consistent in his coverage and ability to shut down an opposing team’s top receiving target. He’s great as a backup or even in certain defensive situations but in the grand scheme of things, can’t get the job done as a starter.

It’s imperative that the Jets add a premier cornerback to the mix since both starters in Claiborne and Skrine have dealt with nagging injuries throughout the year that has limited their defensive abilities. The Jets need to explore all possible upgrades, especially if Trumaine Johnson does indeed hit free agency this offseason since he’d be a perfect fit with the Jets.

So far in his career with the Los Angeles Rams, Johnson has totaled 281 tackles, 18 interceptions, and three fumble recoveries. Johnson has a knack for always being around the football and being a smart defender that makes his presence known all game long.