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Aaron Glenn Acknowledges Media Missteps and Staff Overhaul After Disappointing First Season with the Jets
8/20/2026, 12:29:59 AM
Glenn’s First-Year Media Missteps
Jets head coach Aaron Glenn reflected that his antagonistic stance toward reporters during his inaugural season was a mistake. Speaking with Jonathan Jones of *The Athletic*, Glenn said he entered the role “already pissed at something else” and “took it out on” the media, a decision he now regrets. He linked that attitude to the broader challenges of a lost 2025 campaign that, because of a sizable buyout, could have ended his tenure after just one year.
Coaching Decisions and Staff Overhaul
Glenn also expressed remorse over the extensive staff changes he implemented after his first year, describing the move as “kicking himself in the ass.” The overhaul coincided with his choice to hand the starting quarterback role to Justin Fields, who received a two-year, $30 million guaranteed contract. Glenn noted that alternative options such as Daniel Jones, Sam Darnold, Geno Smith, or rookie Jaxson Dart were available, though the final decision-making process was not detailed. He emphasized that the quarterback selection was not an excuse for the season’s outcomes.
Official Reflections on Pivoting
He warned that a failure to adjust could lead to severe consequences, underscoring the pressure to deliver wins in his second year or risk losing the job entirely. The coach’s comments suggest a shift toward a more cooperative media approach as he seeks to reverse the team’s fortunes.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I kick myself in the ass for that,” — Aaron Glenn, jets coach
- “I’m not here to make any excuses like that,” — Aaron Glenn, jets coach
