Glenn, for his efforts as the Detroit Lions’ defensive coordinator, was nomin ated for the 2024 NFL Assistant Coach of the Year Award. Unfortunately, Glenn did not win it. Even so, he did fare well in voting.

Linebacker Quincy Williams and pass rusher Jermaine Johnson both expressed their excitement about having the former Jets star cornerback leading the way.

The New York Jets have hired Aaron Glenn as their next head coach. Could he be heading back to New York as an award-winning boss? It's possible. Prior to Glenn being hired by the Jets, he spent the past four years as the Detroit Lions defensive coordinator.

Glenn walked into the locker room in Hempstead, N.Y., with stars in his eyes. For his rookie year, 1994, his locker was next to Lott’s. Glenn held Lott, one of the NFL greatest safeties in NFL history, then at the end of his career, in such high regard that he had a hard time speaking to him like they were teammates. He’d call him a father figure.

For those curious, here’s the list of the Jets’ upcoming opponents next season, Glenn’s debut one in charge: (Note: The NFL announced the Jets will play one of their home games in London in 2025).

The New York Jets are excited about the hiring of Aaron Glenn, and rightfully so. Glenn was one of the top candidates available during this hiring cycle and has

Aaron Glenn made it clear he wants to be CEO of this Jets team. That means leaving the offense, defense, and special teams to his coordinators.