New York Jets coach Aaron Glenn has voiced strong support for offensive coordinator Frank Reich despite the team's alarming scoring struggles. Speaking on a videoconference Monday, Glenn said, "I think he's done a good job, I really do," while acknowledging areas for improvement, including short-yardage and the two-minute drill.
The Jets have scored only four touchdowns in their past three games, including a 26-19 loss to the New England Patriots on Sunday. They rank 27th in points per game, 32nd in red zone efficiency and 25th in third-down efficiency. Their most glaring issue is an inability to produce in the final two minutes of the first half. They are the only team that has not scored in that situation, and they have been outscored 23-0 in those moments this season. Going back to last season, their 100-6 point differential is the worst in the NFL.
Reich, a former Carolina Panthers and Indianapolis Colts head coach, was hired in January to replace Tanner Engstrand after being out of the NFL for two seasons. Glenn chose him for his extensive experience as a playcaller and former head coach. The changes in playcaller and quarterback, from Justin Fields to Geno Smith, have not yet improved production. Under Glenn, the Jets rank 29th in scoring over 23 games.
Glenn also defended himself after a viral halftime interview with CBS Sports reporter Aditi Kinkhabwala, in which he mistakenly said the Jets would receive the ball to start the second half. He said he was referring specifically to the offense sustaining drives. The Jets host the winless Miami Dolphins (0-5) on Sunday, and running backs Breece Hall and receiver Adonai Mitchell are nearing returns from injury.
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