New York is buzzing with excitement as the Jets make significant changes to their coaching staff. The team has brought in Steve Wilks as their new defensive coordinator, according to reports. This move follows Jets rookie head coach Aaron Glenn securing his first major hire, enhancing the coaching team’s experience significantly. Wilks, who was previously the DC for the San Francisco 49ers in 2023, has also held head coaching positions with the Arizona Cardinals and the Carolina Panthers.
Glenn indicated in his introductory press conference that he does not plan to call defensive plays, making Wilks’ role crucial as they work together to leverage the defensive talent already present in New York. Wilks has spent nearly two decades coaching, beginning his NFL journey as a secondary coach for Washington in 2005. During his career, he has also worked for the Chicago Bears, Chargers, Panthers, and Cleveland Browns, leading some top defenses along the way.
With players like Quinnen Williams, Sauce Gardner, and Will McDonald IV on the roster, Wilks will have a wealth of talent to work with. Besides Wilks, reports also suggest that the Jets may add Chris Banjo from the Denver Broncos as their new special teams coordinator.
In the meanwhile, the Jets aren’t the only ones making headlines. The New York Giants are preparing for the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft, holding the No. 3 overall pick. General manager Joe Schoen expressed confidence in securing a valuable player. With a pressing need for a quarterback, the Las Vegas Raiders might be looking closely at available options after hiring Pete Carroll.
In another coaching update, Mike McCarthy revealed he will not return to the NFL for the 2025 season, opting instead to focus on the 2026 hiring cycle. Meanwhile, former Colts head coach Chuck Pagano has been appointed as the senior secondary coach for the Baltimore Ravens.
As the Super Bowl LIX approaches, teams continue to make strategic moves that will influence the league’s landscape for years to come.