FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- The New York Jets ' defensive shakeup continues.

In addition to trading cornerstone players Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams , the Jets have demoted former All-Pro linebacker Quincy Williams .

"My coaches told me I was underperforming, that I've been underperforming since training camp," Williams told ESPN on Wednesday after practice.

Williams, who said he was informed on Monday by the coaches, described himself as "a non-starting Jet." He expects to be active Sunday against the Cleveland Browns , but he's not sure about his role.

"I have no clue," he said.

This has been a week of upheaval for the Jets (1-7), who returned to work Wednesday after the blockbuster deals at the trading deadline -- Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts ; Williams to the D

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