The New York Jets have high hopes for their new coaching staff, and they are confident that Aaron Glenn is the right man for the job. The team has signed the former Detroit Lions defensive coordinator to a five-year contract to become their head coach, taking over an organization that has endured a 14-year playoff drought—the longest active streak in North American sports. While five-year contracts are typical for head coaches, this represents a significant commitment for a team like the Jets.
The Jets’ decision to move on from former head coach Robert Saleh just five games into his fourth season, citing underachievement, shows the urgency of the situation. Despite the roster remaining largely unchanged since Saleh’s firing, the Jets are entrusting Glenn with not only the team’s leadership but also significant influence over roster decisions. This commitment signals that the organization is prepared to give Glenn the resources and autonomy he needs to succeed.
Before the Jets began their head coaching search, rumors about organizational dysfunction and meddling by the Johnson family raised concerns. However, Glenn’s hiring, even before a general manager is appointed, suggests either those reports were overstated or that the ownership is willing to adapt and allow more freedom for the new staff. Either way, this shift bodes well for the franchise’s future.
