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Jets Fire Wilks; Chris Harris Named Interim DC Amid Struggles

1/12/2026

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On December 15, the Jets fired defensive coordinator Steve Wilks after a 48-20 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Head coach Aaron Glenn named Chris Harris the interim defensive coordinator.
The Jets finished 3-14 while their defense ranked 31st in points allowed and had no interceptions.
The team reportedly considers Don "Wink" Martindale for the permanent coordinator job, as multiple teams eye him.

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Story summary

On December 15, the Jets fired defensive coordinator Steve Wilks after a 48-20 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Head coach Aaron Glenn named Chris Harris the interim defensive coordinator.
The Jets finished 3-14 while their defense ranked 31st in points allowed and had no interceptions.
The team reportedly considers Don "Wink" Martindale for the permanent coordinator job, as multiple teams eye him.