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Sizing up the Jets’ defensive coordinator candidates — and their chances of landing the job
- Jets explore top defensive coordinator candidates after firing Steve Wilks, with Wink Martindale and Leonhard as leading options
- Leonhard, a former Jets safety, is viewed as a hot commodity who could potentially call plays for a strong 2025-22 Broncos defense
- The Jets’ interview slate included several other candidates and holdover staff, signaling a broad search
- Glenn’s goal is to ensure synergy between coach and coordinator, potentially changing his own role if needed
- If Martindale is hired, he would likely be the play-caller for a Jets defense
- The Jets face competition from other teams with stronger rosters for top defensive coordinators
- The decision hinges on alignment between the head coach and the new coordinator and could affect holdover staff
- Rosenblatt notes holdover Jets position coaches are in a holding pattern pending the new coordinator decision
- The Jets have $90 million in cap space and draft assets to attract talent for 2026
- The Jets aim to upgrade a defense that struggled with playmakers and interceptions in 2025
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