He's behind other guys right now. That said, he was just in on that last play.
He played quite a few snaps in the opener against the Bills. He could never shed his blocker and had trouble pushing upfield off the line of scrimmage. He’s really raw and inexperienced against NFL talent right now.The couple Jets games I have watched and he was on the field he always looked 1/4 step slower off the snap than the rest of the d-line. Don't know if it is by design (play call or personal preference at the point of attach) or a rookie thing getting used to the speed and physicality of the game.
What ought he do?He'll get his shot.
As for the Jets, surprised their coach is so stubborn with Wilson (he did look better last night at times) when they have a 'want to win now' roster everywhere else.
He really is in a good situation. He is getting paid well, not as much expected from him due to the starters they have so he can play a little and develop. Plus less chance for injury with lighter time.Jets rotate lots of d-linemen. They are loaded at that position. Looks like there are about three groups. Will is typically with the third group. Playing time is not equal between the groups with the starters obviously getting the most time. I would say that Will's playing time is largely dependent on total snaps for the defense. It appears the goal is to keep the d-line pretty fresh. From the games I have watched, will plays on both running and passing downs. He just gets limited opportunities due to their depth.
He really is in a good situation. He is getting paid well, not as much expected from him due to the starters they have so he can play a little and develop. Plus less chance for injury with lighter time.