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Jets Eye Don 'Wink' Martindale for Defensive Coordinator Role

1/24/2026

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The New York Jets are considering Don 'Wink' Martindale for their defensive coordinator position following the firing of several coaches.
Don 'Wink' Martindale previously coached the Giants and Ravens and is currently unemployed after his stint at Michigan ended due to a coaching change.
He is scheduled for an in-person interview on Saturday.
Jets head coach Aaron Glenn believes Martindale could impact the defense after a season with no interceptions.

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The New York Jets are considering Don 'Wink' Martindale for their defensive coordinator position following the firing of several coaches.
Don 'Wink' Martindale previously coached the Giants and Ravens and is currently unemployed after his stint at Michigan ended due to a coaching change.
He is scheduled for an in-person interview on Saturday.
Jets head coach Aaron Glenn believes Martindale could impact the defense after a season with no interceptions.