Aaron Glenn Returns to Jets as Head Coach on Five-Year Deal

Jan 22, 2025, 07:15 PM

The New York Jets have appointed Aaron Glenn as their new head coach, marking a significant homecoming for the former Jets player. Glenn, who was a first-round pick by the Jets in the 1994 NFL Draft and played eight seasons with the team, has agreed to a five-year contract that will keep him with the organization through the 2029 season. He most recently served as the defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, where he helped lead the team to a 15-2 record and the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs in the 2024 season. Jets owner Woody Johnson expressed excitement about welcoming Glenn back, citing his nearly three decades of NFL experience, including his time as a player and scout with the Jets. Glenn himself stated that the Jets organization has always felt like home to him, and he is thankful for the opportunity to lead the team towards winning a championship. The Jets are currently in the midst of a 14-year playoff drought, the longest in the NFL, and Glenn's appointment is seen as a step towards revitalizing the franchise.