Jets Sign Safety Tony Diggs to One-Year Deal
The New York Jets have signed safety Tony Diggs to a one-year contract, adding a veteran presence to their secondary.
Diggs’ 2021 season remains historic: 11 interceptions, the highest single-season total by any player in the last 40 years.
Performance History
- 2021: Diggs recorded 11 interceptions, a feat unmatched in the NFL over the last four decades.
- 2020 (Rookie): He had 3 interceptions in 12 games.
- 2022: He also posted 3 interceptions.
- Recent Years: Injuries limited his contributions in each of the following three seasons.
Roster Context
The Jets have been active in reshaping their defensive backfield. The team also signed defensive back Nahshon Wright and drafted D'Angelo Ponds. Notably, the Jets traded cornerback Sauce Gardner in November of the previous season.