When the New York Jets introduced head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey it was revealed the two did previously have a relationship and knew each other. Both of them discussed how Mougey was part of a group with the Denver Broncos who interviewed Glenn

Glenn, for his efforts as the Detroit Lions’ defensive coordinator, was nomin ated for the 2024 NFL Assistant Coach of the Year Award. Unfortunately, Glenn did not win it. Even so, he did fare well in voting.

Glenn walked into the locker room in Hempstead, N.Y., with stars in his eyes. For his rookie year, 1994, his locker was next to Lott’s. Glenn held Lott, one of the NFL greatest safeties in NFL history, then at the end of his career, in such high regard that he had a hard time speaking to him like they were teammates. He’d call him a father figure.

The New York Jets have hired Aaron Glenn as their next head coach. Could he be heading back to New York as an award-winning boss? It's possible. Prior to Glenn being hired by the Jets, he spent the past four years as the Detroit Lions defensive coordinator.

For those curious, here’s the list of the Jets’ upcoming opponents next season, Glenn’s debut one in charge: (Note: The NFL announced the Jets will play one of their home games in London in 2025).

If New York Jets fans weren't already excited about new head coach Aaron Glenn, they should be even more so now. The Jets got their guy. Glenn was drafted by the Jets, spent the first eight seasons of his career in New York,

Dave Merritt was one of Aaron Glenn’s coaches when he played for the Jets and he noticed right away that Glenn was “different.” Merritt was a defensive assistant and linebackers coach in 2001, Glenn’s last season with the Jets.

With the Super Bowl happening this weekend, fans across the sport are eager for what awaits during the offseason. Fans are elated about how their teams can improve.

The New York Jets are preparing for a new chapter in their history with Aaron Glenn taking over as head coach. Known for defensive expertise and a no-nonsense approach, Glenn’s hiring signals a culture shift.