The New York Jets have interviewed numerous candidates to fill their head coaching vacancy. However, one leading contender now finds himself in a favorable position after a “substantial offer” was reportedly extended to him on Tuesday. After the Detroit Lions lost their offensive coordinator, Ben Johnson, to the Chicago Bears, speculation turns to their defensive coordinator, Aaron Glenn, who is now a potential candidate for the Jets.
According to Fox Sports insider Jordan Schultz, the Jets met with Glenn for a second interview on Tuesday and made a “significant offer” during his visit. Schultz suggests that “the job is his” should Glenn choose to accept it. Furthermore, Glenn is working on assembling his prospective coaching staff, which may include former Lions assistants.
Sources: Aaron Glenn has landed back in Detroit, via Woody Johnson’s plane. No deal as of now, but sources say a substantial offer was made and the #Jets’ job “is his if he wants it.”
Glenn is currently constructing his potential staff, which would ideally include #Lions… pic.twitter.com/7iV5LK9I79
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) January 22, 2025
Glenn is scheduled to interview with the New Orleans Saints for a second time later this week, suggesting it may be a two-horse race between these teams for his services. On paper, Glenn appears to be an ideal candidate for the Jets, particularly given owner Woody Johnson’s interest in revamping the defense to an elite level. However, the pressures accompanying the Jets job are immense, as succeeding in New York comes with a unique set of challenges.
Adding to the uncertainty is the status of Aaron Rodgers for next season—whether he will return and if Glenn or the next head coach will have any input in that decision remains unclear. Despite these complications, the opportunity to lead a franchise like the Jets is certainly enticing for Glenn, making it intriguing to see if he will seize the offer that’s reportedly on the table.
