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BLACKSBURG, VA – SEPTEMBER 9: Cornerback Greg Stroman #3 of the Virginia Tech Hokies returns a punt for a touchdown against the Delaware Fightin Blue Hens in the first half at Lane Stadium on September 9, 2017 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Michael Shroyer/Getty Images) /

Stroman is another dual-purpose player. He’s not as versatile in the defensive backfield as Flowers is on offense. That said, he can be a cover corner and return punts, and that’s what the Jets need.

There’s one major knock of Stroman. His wiry frame (mostly his skinny legs) will lead to issues in one-on-one tackling, especially against the run. The Jets, however, need a guy that can cover, and Stroman is that guy.

According to Pro Football Focus Elite, Stroman was elite in coverage. He allowed a catch percentage of 22 percent in 2017, had a 2-1 interception to touchdown allowed ratio, allowed a catch once every 30.9 coverage snaps, and the passer rating against him was 20.9 — by far the lowest in the nation. His career punt return average of 8.7 yards per return was slightly higher than the 8.2 average the NFL produced in 2017, and his five career returns for touchdowns (four on punts and one INT) show he has the ability to score too.

Stroman would be a perfect replacement for the penalty machine that is Buster Skrine. They need a guy who can cover without committing penalties. Stroman is that guy, and would be a perfect addition to the Jets defensive backfield.

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