UPDATE: The New York Jets are facing an urgent crossroads as they prepare to host the Carolina Panthers on October 22, 2023. Currently sitting at a dismal 0-6 record, the Jets are desperately seeking their first victory of the season in Week 7 amid growing speculation about head coach Aaron Glenn‘s future.
Following a disappointing 31-21 loss to the Denver Broncos last week, Glenn’s cautious play-calling and inability to close out tight games have raised eyebrows. The Jets have now lost three games by two points or less, highlighting their struggles to finish strong.
Reports from Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic indicate that owner Woody Johnson is taking a more hands-off approach with Glenn during this rebuilding phase. Unlike past seasons, Johnson appears committed to letting Glenn shape the team and culture in his vision, despite the mounting pressure from fans and media.
“Owner Woody Johnson has mostly stayed out of the way so far — he’s letting Glenn build the team, the culture, in his vision,” Rosenblatt stated.
With Johnson’s reputation for impulsiveness, this decision suggests a newfound patience. Sources claim Johnson won’t fire Glenn this season or during the offseason, largely for financial reasons. Glenn’s compensation reportedly exceeds $5 million annually, and terminating his contract would mean paying him for four more years to not coach.
Johnson’s strategy appears influenced by the lengthy rebuilding process seen with Glenn’s former team, the Detroit Lions, who struggled under head coach Dan Campbell. The Lions went 3-13-1 in Campbell’s first year, starting the season 0-10-1. Johnson is now contemplating whether to trust Glenn with a potential franchise quarterback, especially as the Jets trend toward the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
As the Jets prepare for a crucial matchup against the Panthers, all eyes will be on Glenn’s ability to turn the season around. With the mounting pressures of a winless record and the shadow of possible changes looming, the stakes could not be higher for the future of the Jets and their head coach.
Stay tuned for the latest updates as the situation develops.
