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Last Updated On: May 03, 2025 11:52 AM , Published On: Jan 23, 2025 09:21 AM
The recent news is about the New York Jets hiring Detroit Lions Coordinator Aaron Glenn as its new head coach. The news revolves around Aaron Glenn's NFL career as a former player and current coach and also highlights other NFL coach hirings.
Aaron Glenn to Become New York Jets Head Coach
Aaron is a significant name in every NFL team as a player and as a coach. Glenn, as a former NFL player, played eight seasons with the Jets. His NFL coaching career began in 2012, and he has been the Lions' defensive coordinator since 2021. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Aaron Glenn will be reportedly hired as the new head coach of the New York Jets on a five-year contract. This is his first head coaching job in the NFL.
Glenn's Selection as the New Head Coach
Aaron Glenn has always remained significant, whether it's playing or coaching an NFL team. When the offseason hirings began, every NFL team laid its eyes on Aaron Glenn as a new head coach. The New York Jets will hire Glenn for his successful defensive expertise as he proved his worth as the Lions' defensive coordinator.
Glen, with Detroit Lions’ general manager Brad Holmes and coach Dan Campbell, has made a significant impact on the team’s performance in the defense line. He has earned the respect of his players. In the 2023 NFLPA survey, Glenn was ranked as the top defensive coordinator in the league.
Detroit Lions Praise Aaron Glenn
Detroit Lions has seen bad times in its journey as being a laughingstock. Aaron Glenn joined the Detroit Lions and turned around the team’s fortune. Lions coach Dan Campbell praised Glenn as he voiced his thoughts, "He's as good of a coach as you're going to find. He's an even better human being."
Glenn's NFL Journey as Coach
New York Jets chose Aaron Glenn as the first-round pick in the 1994 NFL draft. He played a cornerback for five different teams in the NFL for 15 years. Houston Stallions of the Texas Lone Star Football League hired Glenn as its general manager, which marked Glenn’s first job in the NFL after he quit playing.
Glenn began his coaching career as a scout for the Jets. He then served as an assistant coach for the Cleveland Browns, New Orleans Saints, and Detroit Lions. Little did he know that his journey was leading him to his first head coaching job in the NFL.
NFL Other Coach Hirings
Alongside Glenn's hiring in the New York Jets, the NFL has seen many other coach hirings in the offseason. Ben Johnson was among the names selected for hiring this offseason. Chicago Bears has hired Johnson as its new head coach. Defensive line coach Terrell Williams has landed a job of coaching to the New England Patriots as their new defensive coordinator.