Sauce Gardner Fantasy

New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner (quadriceps) isn't practicing at training camp on Wednesday due to a quadriceps injury. Defensive end Carl Lawson (back) also isn't practicing. Gardner's injury doesn't appear to be very serious, but the Jets will be cautious with their shutdown corner before the team's second preseason game this weekend. The 22-year-old is not expected to play this Saturday against the Carolina Panthers. The former fourth overall pick last year was a big reason why New York's defense took a huge step forward last year and why they are one of the scariest units again heading into the 2023 campaign. Gardner was the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2022 and had 75 tackles (51 solo), two interceptions and a league-high 20 passes defensed in 17 starts.

Aug. 9th • 11:21 AM

New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner took home the Defensive Rookie of the Year honor by a considerable margin over second-place Aidan Hutchinson from the Detroit Lions. The moment Gardner stepped on the field for the Jets, he was a dominant force on defense. He was the best in the league at passes defended with 20 while collecting two interceptions and 75 tackles. The 22-year-old also only allowed a 48.1 completion percentage and -8.4 completion percentage over expected. This defensive unit for the Jets could be worth rostering in more leagues next season.

Feb. 9th • 11:20 PM

Cornerback Sauce Gardner officially agreed to a contract with the Jets on Saturday, with the terms of the deal remaining undisclosed. Gardner, who was selected with the No. 4 overall pick, was one of the most coveted defensive options heading into the 2022 NFL Draft. He didn't allow a receiving touchdown throughout his three years at Cincinnati and could develop even faster under the tutelage of Robert Saleh. Undoubtedly, IDP dynasty managers should look in Gardner's direction during fantasy drafts ahead of the 2022-23 season, primarily since he has an excellent chance of being an elite corner for many years ahead.

May. 7th • 6:21 PM