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2 do-not-draft defensive prospects for NY Jets in the first round

On Sunday, we highlighted three offensive prospects in the 2026 NFL draft whom the New York Jets should steer clear of in the first round. Now, we turn our focus to the defensive side of the football.

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Aaron Glenn News / Jets X-Factor / January 26

Recently fired Jets coach says he ‘hates’ the team

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Jets rumors: Aaron Glenn might demote OC after firing DC

The New York Jets had a disastrous 2025 season, the first under head coach Aaron Glenn. After a 0-7 start, they won just three games and have the second overall pick in the upcoming draft.

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7-Round Jets Mock Draft: Blockbuster day two trade solves Jets' biggest problem

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Frank Reich News / Jets X-Factor / January 25

Get to know NY Jets’ potential offensive play-caller Frank Reich

Change is coming for the New York Jets coaching staff. Fans and analysts thought those changes would focus on their disappointing defense, but it turns out that nobody is safe.

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Jets Considering Frank Reich For OC Gig

Although Jets offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand survived head coach Aaron Glenn ’s mass dismissal of a large swath of his first coaching staff – which includes the midseason firing of defensive coordinator Steve Wilks – a change in Engstrand’s roles and responsibilities was anticipated.

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Early Jets Free Agency Rumor Points to Lions LB

The New York Jets are loaded with salary cap space, but who could the team look to add this offseason? It's still very early in the offseason. The AFC and NFC Championship Games will be played on Sunday and then the league will be one game away from the offseason really getting started.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / January 25

Jets Linked to Super Bowl-Winning OC After Tanner Engstrand Role Change

The New York Jets are making changes to the offensive side of the ball. New York has fired a handful of coaches this offseason so far. Offensive coordinator

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Tanner Engstrand Update Shows Changes Coming for Jets

The New York Jets aren't leaving any stone unturned this offseason. After a 3-14 2025 season, the Jets have already made significant changes to their operations this offseason.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 25

Jets Likely To Demote OC Tanner Engstrand, Could Hire Frank Reich To Call Plays?

Jets OC Tanner Engstrand remains a part of the coaching staff after HC Aaron Glenn‘s purge last week. However, his role is expected to change in 2026, according to Aaron Wilson.

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3 do-not-draft prospects for NY Jets in the first round

A lot will change between championship Sunday and the NFL draft, including the Senior Bowl, the combine, and pro days. For now, though, here are three prospects that the New York Jets should be extremely wary of selecting in the first round of the NFL draft.

Aaron Glenn News / JetNation.com / January 25

Putrid Season Puts Aaron Glenn in Tough Spot for DC Search

It’s hard to imagine anyone in their right mind being envious of New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn at the moment. The first-year head coach just wrapped up one of the worst seasons in franchise history, finishing 3-14. It was a year in which more players regressed than developed.

Aaron Glenn News / Jets X-Factor / January 24

NY Jets venture into unjust territory with Tanner Engstrand

Aaron Glenn is done waiting for his young coaching staff to develop. After just a single season in which the New York Jets won just three games, the second-year coach has executed changes across the board.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / January 24

The New York Jets choosing Wink Martindale presents danger

Wink Martindale is an excellent football coach. Make no mistake about that certainty. Wink Martindale is also one of the most aggressive defensive coordinators the sport has ever seen.

Breece Hall News / New York Jets on SI / January 24

Jets Nightmare Prediction Loses Star to Chiefs

One of the New York Jets' top weapons isn't guaranteed to return in 2026. Breece Hall, the No. 36 overall pick in the second round of the 2022 National Football League, has developed into a star in New York.

New York Jets News / Total Pro Sports / January 24

New York Jets Clean House With Massive Firings After Dreadful Season

New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn has fired six of his assistants, three weeks after the club’s dismal 2025 season ended. Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2,

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / January 24

Jets HC Aaron Glenn Fires Several Assistant Coaches

The first year of Aaron Glenn’s tenure as head coach of the Jets has come and gone, and with it, several coaches from his first assembled staff in New York have reportedly hit the road.

New York Jets News / Last Word On Sports / January 24

The Jets Staff Changing to Help Offense

The NFL Offseason is a time of reflection. All 32 teams (even those still in the playoffs) are using this time to plan for the future. While they need to wait til March to address the 53-man roster (officially), teams can still make coaching changes.

Aaron Glenn News / JetNation.com / January 24

Aaron Glenn Fires Six Coaches as Staff Overhaul Begins

Aaron Glenn knew what had to be done, and after a few weeks of evaluating his staff, he did it. The Jets head coach let go of six assistant coaches following one of the worst seasons in franchise history.

Norv Turner News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 23

Jets Moving On From Several Coaches Including Scott Turner

Aaron Wilson reports that the Jets are moving on from several coaches on Aaron Glenn’s staff as they prepare for major changes in 2026. Wilson specifically

Tyrod Taylor News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 23

Jets Would Like To Retain QB Tyrod Taylor For 2026

Per Tony Pauline, the Jets “have let it be known” they’d like to retain QB Tyrod Taylor for the 2026 season. New York is expected to overhaul the rest of the position after the free agent signing of QB Justin Fields didn’t go as planned, but the Jets would like some continuity with the 36-year-old signal caller.

Kris Boyd News / Total Pro Sports / January 22

District Attorney Reveals Concerning Update On Kris Boyd’s Condition In Court – Jets Star’s Shooter Indicted On Attempted Murder Charges

NFL star Kris Boyd faces a lengthy road to recovery following his traumatic shooting last year. A man accused of shooting the New York Jets’ cornerback got some bad news in court this week.

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Mel Kiper finds new QB for Jets in new 2026 NFL mock draft

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