Tony Adams

Tony Adams, a professional American football player, is known for his role as a safety with the New York Jets in the National Football League (NFL). Born on January 24, 1999, in Belleville, Illinois, he attended St. Louis University High School in Missouri before committing to the University of Illinois, where he played college football in the Big Ten Conference. Adams entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent, making his debut in the league in 2022 with the Jets. Standing 71 inches tall and weighing 203 pounds, he wears jersey number 22. In his third year with the team, Adams has shown significant progress on the field. During the 2025 regular season, Adams played 12 games, starting in nine of them. His defensive stats include 31 tackles, 17 assists, and a sack. He also contributed three tackles for loss and successfully defended five passes. Despite facing challenges, including injuries that placed him on injured reserve, he has managed to maintain a solid presence on the field. Adams' playing style is marked by his defensive skills, particularly in quarterback blitzes, where he recorded 10 blitzes and achieved one quarterback hit during the 2025 season. Though he has not yet recorded an interception, his ability to disrupt plays and defend against passes has been noteworthy. As Tony Adams continues his NFL career, his contributions to the Jets' defense remain a key aspect of his professional journey.