PFF: 5 lowest-graded Jets players on defense vs. the Bills

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The New York Jets took on the Buffalo Bills and lost in a 35-8 fashion in Week 18 on the road at Highmark Stadium.

Sometimes the stats can tell the story of who performed well and who did not, but Pro Football Focus is there to provide a little bit more context.

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The football analytics outlet has released their final grades for players who competed in this week's game based on their metrics. How did Jets players fare?

Here is a bit more of a clearer picture for you now.

PFF's five-worst grades for players on the Jets (3-14) defense against the Bills (12-5) can be found below (minimum 8 snaps played):

5. CB Tre Brown

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Jan 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills running back Ty Johnson (26) carries the ball defended by New York Jets cornerback Tre Brown (30) during the fourth quarter at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 43.0.

4. CB Ja'Sir Taylor

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Gabe Davis catches a pass for a touchdown despite New York Jets cornerback Ja'sir Taylor trying to break up the pass at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Jan. 4, 2026. They beat the Jets.

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Gabe Davis catches a pass for a touchdown despite New York Jets cornerback Ja'sir Taylor trying to break up the pass at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Jan. 4, 2026. They beat the Jets.

PFF grade: 39.5.

3. DE Braiden McGregor

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Jan 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New York Jets defensive end Braiden McGregor (55) and linebacker Quincy Williams (56) tackle Buffalo Bills tight end Keleki Latu (83) during the third quarter at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 30.5.

2. S Malachi Moore

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Jan 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New York Jets safety Malachi Moore (27) and cornerback Tre Brown (30) tackle Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis (22) during the first half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 30.5.

1. LB Quincy Williams

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Jan 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis (22) carries the ball defended by New York Jets linebacker Quincy Williams (56) during the third quarter at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 28.0.

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