Sauce Gardner interception of Josh Allen sets up Jets for go-ahead score against Bills

We’re really not too sure what Allen was doing here. It had to be a bit of miscommunication. Regardless, Gardner’s play on the ball and return led to a Jets touchdown and a 17-14 lead late in the third quarter.

It’s amazing to look at what Gardner has done thus far as a rookie. Typically, first-year cornerbacks struggle with the nuances of the NFL game. That has not been the case for Gardner as he’s helped lead a vastly improved Jets defense.

Last season, New York’s defense ranked dead last in the NFL in points allowed at nearly 30 per game. Opposing quarterbacks threw 28 touchdowns against seven interceptions while boasting a 103.2 passer rating against the Jets.

What we’re seeing this season is a much different story. Heading into Sunday’s game, New York ranked 11th in points allowed. Opposing quarterbacks had thrown nine touchdowns against nine interceptions. Gardner is one of the primary reasons for this.

Forget about winning NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, Gardner will likely be an All-Pro when all is said and done. He’s been key to the Jets 5-3 start to the season, too.