Will McDonald IV Joins Rare Jets Company with Four-Sack Breakout
Will McDonald IV sent a clear message to Aaron Glenn earlier in the week. Throughout the season, he has shared insights with Brian Costello, bringing the latest Jets updates to Sports+ subscribers both on and off the field.
"I just told him I was gonna keep being relentless. Move forward with that, from the beginning of the season to the end of the season. Simple." – Will McDonald IV
McDonald delivered on that promise with a four-sack performance in the Jets' 27-20 win over the Browns, earning a game ball. Only John Abraham (2001) and Mark Gastineau (1983 and ’84) have had similar achievements in Jets history.
"He’s very relentless and he’s actually said that to the players in there ’cause he had said something to me during the week. I have a lot of belief in that player, and for him to come out and do exactly what he said he’s gonna do during the week is be relentless and go make plays, he went out there and he did that." – Aaron Glenn
Before this game, McDonald had recorded two sacks in the opener but only one sack since. His mindset has been consistent.
"I’ve been relentless since the beginning of the season. Don’t nothing want to stand in front of you when you just keep being relentless the whole time. Eventually they’re gonna move up out of the way." – Will McDonald IV
This game showcased a different level of relentlessness.
"I was just taking advantage of those opportunities that I had. You gotta take advantage of that one rep. Maybe that one rep is gonna change the game. For me, like I said, just keep being relentless." – Will McDonald IV
McDonald's persistence and seizing of key moments set him apart and added a historic milestone to his season.
Author's summary: Will McDonald IV's relentless effort culminated in a historic four-sack game, joining legendary Jets defenders and proving his impact on the field.