Get this: Despite the New York Jets finishing a dismal 3-14 in Aaron Glenn’s first season as head coach, ownership reportedly still believes in what he’s trying to build. Yeah, you read that right. According to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic, any talk about owner Woody Johnson already looking for Glenn’s replacement is “baseless.” Rosenblatt even says that “by all accounts, Johnson is on board with the plan that Glenn and [general manager Darren] Mougey have presented to him.”
Johnson’s “Sustainable” Dream
So, what’s this grand plan that’s got Woody Johnson so hyped? It’s reportedly all about trying to “build something sustainable,” and not “skip any steps” along the way. Johnson and Glenn are apparently super tight, with a “very close relationship.” That’s a huge sign that Glenn could absolutely keep his job beyond 2026, assuming the Jets actually show some kind of pulse. But after last season, “showing improvement” feels like a massive understatement.
Year 1 Was a Disaster, So What Now?
Let’s not forget how rough last season was for everyone in green. The Jets went 3-14, their worst record since hitting 2-14 back in 2020. They didn’t just tie for the worst record in the whole league, they also ranked a pathetic 29th in scoring offense and an even worse 31st in scoring defense. Glenn came in as a former NFL defensive back and defensive coordinator. You’d expect him to at least bring some stability to that defense, right? Clearly, that did not happen in Year 1. Now, after firing a bunch of his coaching staff from last season, Glenn is piling even more on his own plate for 2026: he’s going to be the defensive play-caller. That means if the defense falters, or if it miraculously succeeds, the blame or credit is squarely on his shoulders.
The Jets’ first real test in Year 2 under Glenn is coming up quick. Week 1 is Sept. 13, and they’re hitting the road to face the Tennessee Titans. Talk about a spicy matchup: the Titans are led by none other than former Jets head coach Robert Saleh. This game isn’t just a season opener; it’s Glenn’s first chance to show that “sustainable” plan isn’t just a pipe dream.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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