Talk about a bold call! Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh just dropped a serious take on his former team, the New York Jets, heading into their 2026 NFL opener this Sunday. Saleh, who knows the Jets inside and out after leading them for three-plus seasons from 2021 to 2024, is calling for a massive turnaround for their offense this year.
Saleh’s Big Bet on the Jets Offense
Ahead of the Week 1 clash, Saleh told reporters on Wednesday that he fully expects the New York offense to crack the top-16 this 2026 season. Think about that for a second. The Jets haven’t had an offense finish in the top half of the league since way back in 2015. That’s a long drought, and now their old coach, who will be on the opposing sideline, is putting that kind of expectation on them.
“Pretty Talented” – Saleh on New York’s Unit
Saleh didn’t just throw out a number; he backed it up. He stated, “I fully expect them to be a really, really good offense as the year progresses, and I would not be surprised if this unit finishes in the top half of the league. It’s pretty talented.” Coming from a coach who literally ran that team for years, that’s a significant endorsement. He’s seen the talent firsthand, and he believes they can finally turn the corner after a decade of struggles to hit that top-16 mark.
The 2026 season kicks off this Sunday for the Titans and Jets, and all eyes will be on New York’s offense to see if Saleh’s prediction starts to materialize. Can they really break a decade-long streak and climb into the league’s top half? That’s the question Week 1 will begin to answer.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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