David Bailey doesnt feel any pressure while already making impact at Jets training camp

Harrison Phillips was asked what he’s seen from rookie edge rusher David Bailey so far in Jets training camp.“I see him in the backfield all the time,” the veteran defensive tackle said.“Oh my gosh.” Text with Brian Costello all season as he brings Sports+ subscribers the latest Jets intel from on the field and off.

Bailey has been hard not to notice early in camp.He has been a game wrecker both against the pass and the run.

He was the star of practice on Thursday when he had what would have been three sacks if there was tackling.He had a quieter practice Saturday, as second-year right tackle Armand Membou won more of the battles, but Bailey still had his moments, including a would-be tackle for loss on Breece Hall.There are high hopes for Bailey in his rookie season.

The Jets selected him with the second overall pick over Arvell Reese in part because of his ability to have an instant impact.Bailey knows what is expected of him.“I wouldn’t necessarily say I feel pressure.

It’s in the back of your mind,” Bailey said.“You know you’re the No.

2 pick.You know there are high expectations from the fans, and also from teammates and the staff and everything.

I try to not let that get to me.I try to say nothing has changed honestly.

If I want to be the best, I’ve got certain things I need to do.”Bailey has looked the part so far.The next test will be Monday when the pads come on.

The daily battles between Bailey and Membou are some of the highlights of Jets camp.“Membou, man, he’s a really good player,” Bailey said.“Great feet, low center of gravity, he’s strong, like extremely strong, like ridiculously strong.

He’s been getting me better, and I hope I’ve been getting him better.He’s been a great person to work on my skill set and challenge me on the field.”Do they talk trash to each other?“A little bit here and there,” Bailey said.

“We’re both pretty taciturn people.It’s football, so naturally sometimes we ...