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Jets’ 28-25 loss to Dolphins fuels mounting criticism of Aaron Glenn
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Core Event
On October 25, 2026 the New York Jets fell at home to the Miami Dolphins, 28-25, at MetLife Stadium. The Dolphins built a 21-7 halftime lead and held on despite a late Jets rally that cut the deficit to three points. New York posted 287 passing yards and three touchdowns from quarterback Geno Smith, while the defense surrendered 156 rushing yards, including a 103-yard run by Ollie Gordon II. The loss dropped the Jets to 2-5 and left them winless (0-8) in AFC East games under head coach Aaron Glenn.
Background & Context
Aaron Glenn entered his second season after a 3-14 debut in 2025, the franchise’s worst record since 2020. The team’s 5-19 overall record and 0-8 divisional mark have kept his job under scrutiny. Prior to the Dolphins game, the Jets were favored on paper, holding three first-round picks for the 2027 draft.
Data & Statistics
- Final score: Dolphins 28, Jets 25.
- Jets record: 2-5 overall, 0-8 AFC East.
- Timeouts: three in the first half (none used) and one early in the second half.
- Rushing yards allowed: 156 (103 by Gordon II, 37 by QB Malik Willis).
- Receiving highlights: rookie Omar Cooper Jr. – 5 catches, 115 yds, 1 TD; TE Mason Taylor – 5 catches, 62 yds, 2 TDs; WR Garrett Wilson – 2 catches, 26 yds.
Official Statements & Responses
Glenn said he was “highly disappointed—disappointed in myself, first and foremost” and noted the defense “did not play well in the first half.” He added that “there is no quit in these guys” and insisted the team is “on the right track.”
Criticism & Opposition
Analysts and fans have intensified calls for accountability over the timeout choices and overall strategy.
On-the-Ground Reports
Players voiced frustration. Garrett Wilson’s limited involvement led to a heated sideline exchange with Smith, described by both as non-personal.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on why the three first-half timeouts were not used, leaving uncertainty about the coaching decision.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Maybe we should've called our timeouts to get it back, but at that point, we just felt like we were going to stop them and be able to get the ball back,” — Aaron Glenn, Jets head coach
- “Highly disappointed—disappointed in myself, first and foremost,” — Aaron Glenn, Jets head coach
- “Aaron Glenn loses at home to an 0-5 team to fall to 0-8 vs AFC East opponents and to 5-19 overall. The Jets are certainly within their rights to fire him now. Maybe they give him the rest of the year because of his meritorious service as a player. At this point, whatever,” — Ian O’Connor